Tips to Get Rid of Bad Breath from Your Mouth

Tips to Eliminate Your Bad Breath Permanently

      Many people believe that they have bad breath, even though their breathing is normal. While others have bad breath and don't even notice it. Smelling your own breath is difficult, let alone assessing its smell. Ask someone you trust for an honest opinion, sometimes in the middle of the day, but definitely not right after you've finished your tuna and onion sandwich.

If your suspicions are proven and you have bad breath, don't worry. There are many home remedies that can get rid of your bad breath.

Bad breath, known medically as halitosis (usually considered a sign of poor oral hygiene).

In order to understand if you can get rid of bad breath permanently, you and your dentist must first look at the possible causes.

What Causes Bad Breath Even After Brushing?

Dental problems are the most common and leading cause of bad breath, but they can be treated by your dentist.

If dental issues are not the cause, bad breath may be a sign of another condition, such as:

- Ketoacidosis

Diabetics who have very low insulin levels can develop ketoacidosis, which is a serious medical condition. When the human body cannot use sugar, they start using fat, which causes a buildup of ketones.

In high quantities, ketones can cause bad breath and a characteristic odor.

– Bronchiectasis

With this condition, the airways are wider than normal, and the resulting mucus accumulation can cause bad breath.

- Acid Reflux

Acid backing up into your esophagus from undigested food, or stomach bile causes erosion of the teeth which leads to bad breath.

How to Get Rid of Bad Breath Permanently

If the cause is simple, like poor oral hygiene, treating bad breath is easy.

Identifying the cause of bad breath is essential. If the cause is unknown, you can try following a few things and see if they work for you in eliminating or preventing bad breath.

1. Brush and floss teeth frequently.

Plaque, the sticky buildup on your teeth, collects the bacteria that causes bad breath. Food stuck in the mouth also adds to the problem.

Brush your teeth at least twice a day, and use dental floss at least once. If you are concerned about your breath, brush your teeth and floss more often. However, don't overdo it.

If you brush too hard, you can damage your teeth or gums, making them vulnerable to decay.

2. Avoid dry mouth.

To keep your mouth moist, avoid tobacco and drink lots of water instead of soft drinks, coffee or alcohol, which can dry out your mouth even more.

Chew gum or suck on gum to stimulate salivation. For chronic dry mouth, the dentist will prescribe artificial saliva preparations, or oral medication that stimulates your saliva.

3. Avoid foods that make your breath acidic.

Onions and garlic are the cause of bad breath. Even brushing your teeth after a meal doesn't help.

The substances that cause bad smell enter your bloodstream and travel to your lungs, where you inhale them.

The best way to stop bad breath is to avoid eating them, or at least avoid them before you go to work or meet friends.

4. Brush your tongue.

Your tongue harbors bacteria, so gentle and careful brushing can reduce odor. People whose tongues are coated with an overgrowth of bacteria (from smoking or dry mouth, for example) may benefit from using a tongue scraper. Or you can use a toothbrush with a tongue cleaner.

5. Eat More Yogurt

Studies have found that a daily dose of unsweetened plain yogurt prevents bad breath. Consuming yogurt lowers levels of hydrogen sulfide, a compound that causes bad breath on the tongue.

6. Rinse in salt water

A natural way to freshen your breath instantly is to use salt water to gargle. Just add a pinch of salt to a glass of warm water, stir well, swish the solution around your mouth and teeth for 30 seconds and repeat. Bad breath is gone!

7. Eat fruits and vegetables.

Another natural and easy way to freshen your breath is to eat a crunchy snack, such as an apple, celery or carrot. These fruits and vegetables act as a natural toothbrush and help remove the odors that cause bacteria to stick to your teeth. They also stimulate the production of saliva, which also helps to fight bad breath

8. Use mouthwash

Mouthwash can help, but don't replace the need to brush, floss, and scrape your tongue. It's a nice finishing touch. Avoid alcohol-based mouthwashes, as they dry out the mouth and irritate the tissues.

9. Parsley

This is a great choice for anyone who likes to eat out. Just a sprig of parsley can neutralize your bad breath in a matter of minutes. Chewing on a sprig of parsley after dinner with friends is a great way to minimize your risk of bad breath.

Parsley has chlorophyll in it, which neutralizes bacteria in your mouth.

If you want to make sure your bad breath is gone, dip the parsley in table vinegar before chewing.

10. Fruit or orange juice:

For dry mouth, eat citrus fruits such as lemons and grapefruit which can stimulate saliva production.

The acidity in lemons inhibits the growth of bacteria, and the strong aroma hides unpleasant odors.

Prepare a mixture of one tablespoon of lemon juice and salt with water, and rinse your mouth every day or after eating.

Summary

Bad breath is a health embarrassment and can be an important social problem; it can cause friends and social contacts to avoid meeting you.

If not handled properly, this condition can threaten your professional relationship.

If the steps above fail to provide adequate relief from bad breath, consult your dentist who can identify the root cause through a physical exam, and by asking you a few questions.

Your dentist will treat bad breath depending on the cause, and can help you to get rid of it permanently. For example, conditions such as xerostomia which require artificial saliva preparations or prescription medications to increase your salivation.