Bad breath is something we all dread. If you’ve ever suffered from it then you’ll know how it can seriously knock your confidence. Business meetings and parties become extremely awkward as you hope and pray that no-one will notice the unpleasant odours coming from your mouth. But it is not something that anybody has to put up with and your dentist will have all the information and advice to ensure that you can put an end to bad breath.
Clinically known as halitosis, bad breath is usually caused by left over debris in the mouth which causes unpleasant odours. Most people find that following the recommended routine of brushing at least twice a day and after meals too if necessary for about three minutes gets rid of the debris sufficiently. But for some they find that bad breath can still persist.
There are several herbal remedies which you might want to talk to your dentist about or you could consider chewing gum. This is not a long term solution, however, it just works to freshen your breath after you have eaten and perhaps have not had the time or space to brush your teeth. Mouthwashes can do a good job but be warned: they can make the mouth rather dry and thus ideal conditions for bacteria and debris to stick to teeth.
Debris and bacteria causing bad breath can sometimes thrive on the tongue so you might want to start brushing it as part of your routine. Be careful though as the gum is a sensitive part of the body. Your Central Leeds dentist will have all the best advice about getting rid of bad breath.
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