Fresh Breath

Floss your teeth after every meal to keep them clean. After a meal, brush your teeth with a toothbrush you keep in your desk at work. Brush at least twice a day, preferably after meals, with a fluoride-containing toothpaste. Bad breath odors can be reduced by using an antimicrobial toothpaste. Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Food particles and plaque can accumulate between teeth if you don't floss properly. Brush your teeth and floss your teeth. Brushing your tongue gently can help eliminate bad breath odors since it contains bacteria. There are certain people who have a thick coating of microorganisms on their tongues due to smoking or a dry mouth, and they may benefit from utilizing a tongue scraper. Alternately, you can use an electric toothbrush equipped with a built-in tongue scraper. Dentures and dental appliances should be thoroughly sanitized. It is recommended that you brush and rinse your denture or bridge at least once a day, unless otherwise instructed by your dentist. It is important to clean your dental retainer or mouth guard before you place it in your mouth. The greatest cleaning product is one that your dentist can suggest. Keep your mouth moist. Keep your mouth moist by not smoking and drinking plenty of water – no coffee, soda, or alcohol, which can dry up your mouth. To get your saliva flowing, try sucking on some gum or sucking on some sugarless candy. If you suffer from persistent dry mouth, your dentist or doctor may recommend an oral prescription that promotes saliva production. Make a change to your eating habits. Garlic and onions, two common offenders for bad breath, should be avoided. Bad breath is also associated with a diet high in sugary foods. Replace your toothbrush on a regular basis. You should replace your toothbrush every three to four months, and choose for a soft-bristled one. Make an appointment for a dental checkup every six months. Your teeth and dentures need to be inspected and cleaned by a dentist on a regular basis, usually twice a year.

In order to minimize the impact of meals eaten earlier in the day, dentists prefer to test for bad breath in the morning. Bringing scented goods like perfume, scented lotions, and scented lipstick or lip gloss to your visit may cover any scents. Ask your dentist if you need to postpone if you've taken antibiotics within the last month.

Your dentist will likely start with an evaluation of your medical history, asking questions such as: When did you first begin to experience bad breath? Is your bad breath occasional or continuous? How often do you brush your teeth or clean your dentures? How often do you floss? What kinds of foods do you eat most often? What medications and supplements do you take? What health conditions do you have? Do you breathe through your mouth? Do you snore? Do you have allergies or sinus problems? What do you suspect might be causing your bad breath? Have other people noticed and commented on your bad breath? Be ready to answer these questions so that you can make the most of your appointment time.