Unbrushed teeth have food particles around them that promote bacteria and cause bad breath.

Persistent bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth may be from continuous breathing through your mouth, dry mouth, tooth decay, a sign of gum disease, or even diabetes.

Fight bad breath by brushing your teeth and tongue, flossing and rinsing with an antiseptic mouthwash daily, drinking water, and avoiding food triggers.

Tongue scraper

No it’s not a derogatory term. It’s a key foe of your festering breath. Scrapers are almost 7% more effective on tongues than toothbrushes. And that 7% might be all it takes to go from bleh to bliss.

Oral hygiene

The number one biggest cause of bad breath is bad oral hygiene. Brush your teeth twice a day, floss, and use an antiseptic mouthwash at least once daily to remove plaque and bacteria from your teeth and gumline.

Green tea

Which is great for your breath and your health. #Antimicrobials in green tea work like a deodorant. It’s a natural disinfectant that can minimize those nasty sulfur compounds that cause bad breath.

Sugary mints

When mixed with bacteria, create a perfect storm of pee-ew. Instead, try sugar-free mints, mouth sprays, and sugar-free gum as a quick fix. It won’t get rid of the problem, but at least your friends will thank you.

TIPS:

• Water, water, and more water. The more hydrated you are, the better.
• See your dentist if bad breath persists.

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