what can I do for bad breath?

Answer 1

Brush teeth two to three times a day, include brushing up at gums and brushing your tongue. Floss every day to get rid of and prevent gingivitis which can cause bad breath. Look at the foods you are eating, avoid onions, garlic. Gargle with bacteria killing solution twice a day and carry sugarfree mints for handy use. If bad breath persists consult a dentist.

Answer 2

A tongue brush and Listerine lessen the bacteria that causes bad breath. If you have a rotten tooth, you better go to the dentist and have it pulled out or fixed to take the bad in the breath away.

Answer 3

How is bad breath treated?
To help improve your breath:

Gargle with water.
Brush your teeth, tongue, roof of your mouth, and gums at least twice a day with toothpaste.
Floss your teeth once each day.
Eat a low-fat diet rich in fruits and vegetables.
Eat less meat.
Do not smoke or use other tobacco products, such as snuff or chewing (spit) tobacco.
Avoid foods and drinks that cause bad breath, such as garlic and alcohol.
Eat at regular intervals. Dieting or missing meals can decrease saliva and cause bad breath.
Chew sugar-free gum, suck on sugar-free mints, or drink water, especially if your mouth is dry. Try using breath sticks, which contain the ingredients found in a mouthwash and dissolve in your mouth.
Remove dentures, removable bridges, partial plates, or orthodontic appliances and clean them once each day or as directed by your dentist. Pieces of food and germs can collect on these appliances and cause bad breath.
Use a mouthwash for temporary relief of bad breath. Swish it around in your mouth for 30 seconds before spitting it out.
Have regular dental checkups.
Make an appointment to see an ear, nose, and throat specialist (otolaryngologist) if you have frequent problems with mouth odor.

Answer 4

Two common causes of bad breath are poor dental hygiene and indigestion. After brushing your teeth, use a mouthwash such as Scope or Listerine. Carry mints in your purse or pocket. If you have stomach trouble, see your doctor.

Answer 5

CAUSES:

The majority of bad breath problems begin in the mouth.

* Bad breath that is of oral cavity origin can be traced to a sulfur compound produced by bacteria. Dead and dying bacterial cells release this sulfur compound which gives the breath an unpleasant odor.

* Bacterial plaque and food debris accumulate on the back of the tongue. The tongue's surface is extremely rough and bacteria can accumulate easily in the cracks and crevices. Large amounts of sulfur compounds can be produced in this area, making it a frequent site of origin for bad breath.

* The tooth attracts bacteria containing plaque and if not cleaned regularly and thoroughly, this can result in large accumulations of bacteria which result in bad breath.

* People who have periodontitis often experience bad breath because of bacteria accumulating in areas that are not cleaned easily, such as deep pockets around teeth.

* Fortunately, treatment is very effective for people who have bad breath of mouth origin.

Other reasons for bad breath (other than the mouth) are:

* infections, especially in the sinuses or lungs

* diabetes mellitus (acetone smell to the breath)

* kidney failure (can produce a fishy odor)

* malfunction of the liver

* disorders of metabolism (foul, fishy odor that comes and goes and may be difficult to diagnose)

* fasting (when the body is not provided with fuel in the form of food, fat and protein will begin to be broken down; the result is bad odor from the waste products of this metabolism)

If your bad breath continues once potential oral health problems have been treated, see your doctor to rule out any other causes.

ORAL HEALTH TREATMENT:

* Treatment begins with a complete oral examination and health history, you may have an "odor-meter" test done. This test can accurately measure the volatile sulfur gases and the extent of a halitosis problem.

* Periodontal disease and /or cavities should be treated and repaired.

* Oral infections must be eliminated or impacted teeth may need to be removed.

* Good oral hygiene must be stressed, including cleaning the teeth and tongue. Once the oral infection is treated and cured, mouthrinses and toothpastes may have some effectiveness in managing oral odor. Ask your oral health professional for a product that may be helpful to you.

Answer 6

Keep your teeth very clean and use mouth wash and mints.

HOWEVER, the smell may NOT be coming from your teeth and lack of cleaning.

Start by going to a dentist and and let him examine your teeth and gums.

If he finds nothing wrong, then go to a good MD or ENT doctor and let them evaluate what is causing the bad breath.

Good luck. Pops

Answer 7

If It As Bad As You Say It Is U Should See A Dentist and Tell Him Or Her About Your Problem... its probably a rotten tooth or something

Answer 8

,,,,, make sure that you also brush your tongue, that will cause you to have bad breath, also chew sugar free mint gum between meals, but the best would be for you to see your dentist to make sure its not a medical condition

Answer 9

I get the same thing and have very health teeth. However, I have stomach issues and I believe this very much to be the cause. Also, allergies/sinus problems can also do this.

Answer 10

brush your teeth for 3 minutes every morning and every night. (this includes brushing your tongue)

floss every night.

eat of breath mints and chew lots of gum (chewing gum also helps keep down your appetite)

This usually helps. ;)