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Battling bad breath

Battling bad breath
HEALTH CARE TIPS FOR EYES AND EARS

Occasional bad breath is usually due to bacteria, certain foods or a dry mouth. When bad breath doesn't respond to self-care, ask your dentist to check for gum disease or poor-fitting dental work or see your doctor for a possible medical cause. To fight bad breath:

  Brush and floss after you eat

Good dental hygiene is the best way to prevent odor.

  Brush your tongue

Giving your tongue, including the back of your tongue, a good brushing removes dead cells, bacteria and food debris. Some people may benefit from using a tongue scraper, available at many pharmacies.

  Chew sugar-free gum

The action stimulates flow of saliva to prevent dry mouth and to wash away food particles and bacteria.

  Rinse your mouth with water

Periodically swish your mouth with water to help keep it clean.

  Don't smoke

Smoking dries out your mouth and causes its own unpleasant

mouth odor.

  Cut down on odor-causing foods and beverages

The most likely offenders are garlic, onions, fish, milk, eggs, legumes, cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, coffee and alcohol.

  Carry mouthwash or breath mints

Not all mouthwashes fight bacteria, but they disguise bad breath. The strong oils in peppermint, spearmint and winter- green also cover up odor.

 

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