Best Ways to Fight Bad Breath

Bad breath, also called halitosis, is a rampant problem in this country. In fact, it has been estimated that as many as 90 million Americans suffer from bad breath chronically. Furthermore, according to surveys, Americans spend about $33 million annually on mints, gum, mouthwashes, toothpastes and bad breath products, which fail to remedy the problem…

Testing for Bad Breath

Are you worried that you have bad breath, but are not too sure? This is a common condition as our adaptive nature doesn’t sense our own smell. Most people are horrified to learn that someone perceives their breath as unpleasant. Halitosis, or bad breath, can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are a few ways…

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Bad Breath during Pregnancy

Many first time mothers-to-be are surprised when they experience bad breath or unpleasant tastes in their mouth. While there can be deeper issues at stake, many times pregnancy-induced halitosis is a common issue that upon additional care, can be resolved.     Why do Pregnant Women Experience Bad Breath? Changes in Hormones Pregnancy, particularly in…

Cases of an Unhealthy Tongue

90% of halitosis cases deal with problems related either directly or indirectly to the tongue. This makes sense as this is the first site for incoming, undigested down foods. Under certain conditions such as oral neglect, the tongue can be a breeding grown for bacterial growth. Problems of the tongue aren’t always attributed to poor…

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The Reality Behind the Bad Breath Myths

Last week we discussed common misconceptions that our culture perpetuates regarding chronic bad breath, or halitosis. This week we’ll review those five myths and go into the reality behind them and how to remedy bad breath knowing those myths. Myth 1: Mouthwash eliminates severe bad breathDespite common rumors about mouthwash being the quick fix to…

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How to Get Rid of Bad Breath: Tips for Relieving Transient Bad Breath

There are two types of bad breath, transient and chronic. Transient bad breath, as the name implies, is a temporary condition. Transient bad breath may be caused by a variety of factors including, but not limited to dietary habits, inadequate oral hygiene, dehydration and certain prescription medications. Chronic bad breath also known as chronic halitosis…