7 ways to Treat Bad Breath

Do people turn away when you talk to them? Do your boyfriend turn around when you kiss him?The main cause of bad breath is a buildup of food particles in the mouth and the bacteria that result.

Here are 7 ways to Treat Bad Breath

1. Visit your dentist at least every three months for cleanings and checkups to keep your mouth free of plaque buildup and other problems that may lead to bad breath.
2. Watch your consumption of foods such as alcohol, coffee, dense proteins, garlic and onions, and sugars. These are all bad-breath offenders.
3. Try to breathe through your nose. Breathing through your mouth can lead to having a dry mouth, which creates a breeding ground for odor-causing bacteria.
4. Keep a regular log of your eating habits and medications, as these can cause bad breath. Share the log with your dentist.
5. Brush your teeth and tongue twice a day to remove food particles and plaque, and floss between teeth once a day, preferably in the evening after you eat.
6. Try using a fluoride mouth rinse with antiseptic ingredients and a pleasant mint flavor. This helps to protect your teeth, and the flavor masks odor problems.
7. Consider internal breath fresheners such as over-the-counter pills you take before or after a meal to aid the prevention of malodorous breath or go the natural route and munch on some parsley after a meal.