Bad breath can lead to a bad social life in Leeds and the more you allow the condition to get on top of you, the more you will find yourself becoming a social reject. If that sounds a little harsh, it could become true so it’s time to do something about it. Take a step back and have a good hard look at your lifestyle. If you smoke, this can lead to the depletion of saliva levels in the mouth, the natural guard against the build up of bacteria. Poor diet can lead to the break down of your immune system again leading to a dry mouth- as can heavy medication. Firstly you must address these and then you can get to work on your mouth by upping your daily oral hygiene. Brushing and flossing regularly throughout the day, drinking lots of water, incorporating herbal remedies into your regime, avoiding caffeine based drinks and alcohol based mouthwashes, and the sucking/ chewing of sugar free sweets/gum can help to keep your mouth hydrated. Getting tips off your dentist will help, plus they can help treat things like tooth decay and gum disease that are also two of the main players in bad breath. If however, you have thrown the kitchen sink at the problem and the condition remains, it could mean that something more sinister is afoot within your body that may require you having a complete MOT down at the doctors.
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