Bad breath?

Question

Every morning, I wake up with really, really bad breath. I brush my teeth 2 times a day, morning and before bed. I also wear retainers during the nighttime, and I wash them all the time. Help!

Answer 1

you're gonna get bad breath right after getting up not matter WHAT do you...

you can even get bad breath when you sit there without talking for a few hours...

so brush normally (and use the tongue scraper thing) and use mouth wash... or chew gum.

Answer 2

I think you should see a dentist about it.

While Halitosis (bad breath) can generally be attributed to poor hygiene, there may be some other cause. Sounds like you're trying everything and not having any success.

P.S. Retainers (the clear plastic kind) are not supposed to be washed. You should soak them in Listerine at least every other day, and brush them daily WITH TOOTHPASTE before putting them in. Just like you would with your teeth - plaque can still build up on them so you have to brush them really well inside and out.

Answer 3

Persistent bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth may be warning signs of gum disease. Gum disease is caused by the buildup of plaque on teeth. The bacteria cause toxins to form in the mouth, which irritate the gums. If periodontal disease continues untreated, it can damage the gums and jawbone.

Other dental causes of bad breath include poorly fitting dental appliances, yeast infections of the mouth and dental caries.

The medical condition dry mouth (also called xerostomia) can also cause bad breath. Saliva is necessary to moisten and cleanse the mouth by neutralizing acids produced by plaque and washing away dead cells that accumulate on the tongue, gums, and cheeks. If not removed, these cells decompose and can cause bad breath. Dry mouth may be caused by the side effects of various medications, salivary gland problems, or continuous breathing through the mouth.

Many other diseases and illnesses may cause bad breath. Here are some to be aware of: respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia or bronchitis, chronic sinus infections, postnasal drip, diabetes, chronic acid reflux, liver or kidney problems.


Bad breath can be reduced or prevented if you:

Practice good oral hygiene. Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to remove food debris and plaque. Brush your teeth after you eat (keep a toothbrush at work or school to brush after lunch). Don't forget to brush your tongue, too. Replace your toothbrush every 2 to 3 months. Use floss or an interdental cleaner to remove food particles and plaque between your teeth once a day. Dentures should be removed at night and cleaned thoroughly before being placed in your mouth the next morning.
See your dentist regularly – at least twice a year. He or she will conduct an oral examination and professional teeth cleaning and will be able detect and treat periodontal disease, dry mouth, or other problems that may be the cause of bad mouth odor.
Stop smoking/chewing tobacco-based products. Ask your dentist for tips on kicking the habit.
Drink lots of water. This will keep your mouth moist. Chewing gum (preferably sugarless) or sucking on candy (preferably sugarless) also stimulates the production of saliva, which helps wash away food particles and bacteria.
Keep a log of the foods you eat. If you think the foods that you eat may be causing your bad breath, record what you eat so that you can determine which foods may be contributing to the problem. Bring the log to your dentist to review. Similarly, make a list of the medications you take. Some medications may play a role in creating mouth odors.

Answer 4

Bad breath comes from anything during the night and is unstopable you will get worse breath if you have or recently had a sore throat or toncelitis I woudl recomend just use listerinhe when you get up brushing never gets the bad smell of your tounge,
nothing to worry about every person is like this.

Answer 5

Bad breath is caused often because you haven't brushed and flossed well .If you don't keep teeth and gums free of the bacterial buildup, they'll start to cause odor as the bacteria rot leftover food particles in your mouth. A few seeds of cardamon chewed for a brief while will clear your mouth of bad breath. Chew parsley leaves,which are sure to keep your breath fresh. More useful remedies at http://useinfo5.blogspot.com/

Answer 6

bacteria will form mostly on the tongue at night while you sleep... you body will slow down doing everything even producing saliva... less saliva more bacteria will develop. Bacteria grows naturally in warm climates thus bad smel from your mouth in the morning. brush, use mouthwash... brush your tongue as well especially the back of the tongue. I have never known anyone to ever wake up without bad breath. your ok.

Answer 7

you need to brush your teeth not only when you wake up and before bedtime, you also need to brush them after every meal

also floss them regularly as food caught in between gives you bad breath, and mouth wash too

Answer 8

If you brush your teeth at night it will smell really bad in the morning , I don't know why but it will.....Or you sleep with your mouth open plus alot of people wake up with there mouth smelling. Well everybody...

Answer 9

Most people wake up with bad breath

Answer 10

They say that sometimes it's the food particles caught in the crevices of the tongue. Give your tongue a gentle scrub with your toothbrush at the same time that you clean your teeth and see if that helps.