Bad breath can be a source of great embarrassment for many sufferers. One of the main problems of having bad breath is that it is often very difficult to tell when you are affected by it. Many people resort to using mouthwashes and other products that can apparently combat bad breath but without realising it might be making the situation worse.
Mouthwashes have been proven time and again to only mask the smell of bad breath for as little as ten minutes and for a maximum of two hours. After this time the odour returns and the bad breath is back and you may have been given a false sense of confidence. Mouthwashes can even destabilise the levels of bacteria in the mouth making the problem worse as saliva production is affected.
If mouthwashes and sprays are not the solution then what is? Well, really it’s very simple. Improved oral hygiene with better brushing and flossing will limit the effects of bacteria, plaque and decaying food matter which are responsible for the majority of cases of bad breath. Flossing especially can remove trapped food debris from between the teeth helping to prevent the development of sulphurous odours that cause halitosis.
Central Leeds dentist can help patients to improve their oral hygiene routines and also offer further advice about how to stop bad breath. This may involve not eating certain foods and drinking water during and after every meal to help clean the mouth and limit the production of bacteria. These few simple methods are tried and tested ways of stopping most bad breath without using products making false promises.
Tags: bacteria, bad breath, mouthwashes
