When it comes to how to cure bad breath, first look at obvious causes. Stinky foods and bad dental habits are the most common causes of bad breath. Stay away from garlic, coffee, alcohol and dairy, which can ruin breath. And make sure you brush and floss at least twice daily. Brush your tongue too. Some people purchase tongue-scrapers for that express purpose. If you wear dentures or braces, make sure you take extra time to clean out food between cracks and crevices. Speaking of foods, green, leafy vegetables contain chlorophyll, which is known to freshen bad breath. Parsley is a good example of a breath-freshening green vegetable. If you are on the Atkin’s diet or other diet plan that causes your body to release ketones, bad breath can be an annoying side-effect. Green vegetables are allowed and encouraged on these kinds of diets, so take advantage of their breath-freshening benefits.People with stomach problems can also have bad breath, due to a reduction in stomach acid. Some experts suggest that you add vinegar, especially apple-cider vinegar, to your diet to mimic stomach acid benefits. Others say gargling with apple-cider vinegar will provide the same benefits. Ask your doctor if you are unsure if this bad breath cure is right for you. Persons with bowel obstructions can have breath that smells like feces. That definitely is a reason to visit your doctor. Drink a lot of water. That can flush out whatever is causing your breath to stink. It also makes your mouth less welcoming for smelly bacteria. Mouthwash will flush out those bacteria too, but you can’t swallow it due to its high alcohol content.Sinus infections, post-nasal drip and allergies can make breath smell too. The only way to cure bad breath caused by sinus problems is to cure the underlying problems, usually with a doctor’s help. Older people and people on certain medications can have bad breath due to dry mouth. To cure bad breath in this case, keep the mouth well-hydrated with water and ice chips throughout the day.Bad breath caused by periodontal disease cannot be cured at home. You’ll have to see a dentist for a professional opinion.
2007-02-01 17:05:58
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answered by msjerge 7
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I had this problem too. I too ate lotza mint sweets(black Halls) to pr vent the smell from coming back. But once i came across an article that said, eating sweets wld nvr put a full-stop to bad breath. I was embarrassed ,wen i wen dating.So i started using mouthwash every morning n nite continuous for 3days, the smell was GONE.. juz like that. Now a days i use it every 2 days once. Pls try ,it will definitely work.All the best.
2007-02-02 01:07:19
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answered by *♥sugar♥* 5
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Your problem could very likely be caused by too much mucus build up inside your body.
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2007-02-04 07:12:49
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answered by Anonymous
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You not only need to brush your teeth and tongue several times a day, but you should start flossing your teeth daily. After you have flossed, smell the floss. The first several times after flossing it will stink!! Brush your teeth after flossing. You may not be drinking enough water. Don't drink sugary drinks. Eating fresh fruit is also helpful. When was the last time you saw a dentist? You may have bad teeth/gum disease.
2007-02-02 01:07:03
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answered by kitty-mama 4
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The two most common causes of bad breath are bacteria on the tongue and bacteria on the roof of your mouth. Make sure you brush both when you brush your teeth. That should help alot.
Also, if you are not flossing regularly, that can cause bad breath too. Good dental hygiene is always the best way to combat it.
2007-02-02 01:04:08
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answered by kiera70 5
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Do you have constipation? This can be one of the possible cause as well.
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2007-02-02 10:51:44
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answered by Anonymous
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You cant just use mouthwash and mints you have to BRUSH your TEETH and tongue. Lysterine is good for bad breath but it doesnt subsitute good dental hygeine.
2007-02-02 01:03:07
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answered by kate b 2
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brush ur teeth 3 times daily...for 3 minutes.....and use a mouth wash.....grab ur tongue by using a peice gauze and apply ORALDENE by cotton topically...and see how it goes
2007-02-02 09:54:29
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answered by max h 3
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try talking to your dentist about the problem it may be something he/she could recommend or try a ear/nose and throat doctor
2007-02-02 01:06:03
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answered by Anonymous
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You may have a yeast infection.
2007-02-02 03:51:57
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answered by wil petal 2
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