anyone with tips on how to get rid of halitosis[bad breath]?
Saturday, October 17th, 2009 at
5:03 am
my friend tried almost all the medicines available to get rid of his halitosis but still having problems , is there any tips or help you can give to help him please.
Filed under: Bad Breath Halitosis
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mouthwashes, mints, or lozenges gives only temporary relief at best, since these products only mask mouth odours for a few minutes. Rinses containing antibacterials such as chlorhexidine, zinc gluconate, or chlorine dioxide may provide better control depending on the individual. Avoid alcohol-containing rinses, since alcohol is a drying agent and will worsen the problem.
Bad breath may be temporarily reduced by using a hydrogen peroxide rinse. Hydrogen peroxide at a concentration of 1.5% can be taken as an oral antiseptic by gargling 10 ml, about two teaspoons. Hydrogen peroxide is commonly available at a concentration of 3% and should be diluted to 1.5% by mixing it with an equal volume of water. Hydrogen peroxide is a powerful oxidizer which kills most bacteria, including useful aerobic bacteria.
The most effective products are generally not available in drugstores, but can be found on the internet. High-quality home breath tests and antibacterial rinses, spritzes, toothpastes, gums, mints, and tongue gels tend to be higher in price, like any premium product; but unlike the well-known inexpensive brand names, they do a much better job of controlling persistent breath problems. In the case of internet shopping for breath products, two caveats apply: the consumer must do extra research to make sure the vendor can be trusted (look for established halitosis clinics or dental supply companies); and remember that without professional assessment to guide you, there will be a certain amount of trial-and-error involved in finding the best solution for your problem.
Brushing after meals and flossing at least once daily is necessary to remove rotting food debris from between the teeth, especially at the gumline. Gently cleaning the tongue surface twice daily with a tonguebrush, tongue scraper, or tongue cleaner will reduce this primary source of breath odour. An inverted teaspoon is also effective; a toothbrush less so, as the size and angle of the head do not allow it to reach as far as necessary. Be careful to avoid scraping the V-shaped row of taste buds found at the extreme back of the tongue. Brushing a small amount of antibacterial mouth rinse or tongue gel onto the tongue surface will further inhibit bacterial action.
Since dry mouth can increase bacterial buildup and cause or worsen bad breath, chewing sugarless gum can help with the production of saliva, and thereby help to reduce bad breath. Some gums, toothpastes, sprays, and gels which combat dry mouth for several hours have recently been marketed over the counter. Maintain water levels in the body by drinking several glasses of water a day. Adding lemon juice to your water is refreshing and also beneficial. Parsley is a natural breath freshener when chewed slowly, and is easy to grow at home.
Some studies have shown that eating yogurt, drinking green tea, or chewing cinnamon or sugarless cinnamon gum can reduce bad breath.
brushing your teeth can help
When brushing your teeth, brush your tongue!
Brush your tongue as well as your teeth.
tell him to stop kissing ass
brush your teeth more often and also your tounge!! also use a good mouthwash like listerine. feels like you`ve just drunk bleach but good stuff!!!!!!x
There are several causes and they need to be ruled out.
1. Dental problems
2. Intestinal problems
3. Hormonal problems.
4. Hygeine
Purchase a tongue srubber, they really work.
use an antibacterial mouthwash, chew parsly & dont eat garlic
Brush your tounge and the top of your mouth.
Also stay away from cheeses, as they can produce acid in your stomach that can cause bad breath.
Mints, gum, spray, etc.
I agree with the others and they say cinnamon is the best "mint" for bad breath. My daughter always uses cinnamon toothpaste, mints & gum.
Brush three times a day, including the tongue and floss daily too. When food gets stuck between your teeth it goes rotten and is a major contributor to bad breath. It also helps to avoid spicy foods, garlic etc.
Chew Cumin seeds to sweeten the breath & don’t eat too much meat.
Apples…… They are supposed to stimulate saliva production and have an enzyme in them to kill bad breath bacteria…. so I’ve heard.
Brushing your tongue when you brush you =r teeth as well.. most of all the bad bacteria live on your tongue.
Go to the dentist they have special mouth wash for this. use it along with brushing 3-4 times a day with a strong toothpaste and use listerine after each brushing. halitosis is caused by bacteria in the mouth. killing the bacteria will solve this problem.
Try a tongue scraper.
I agree that brushing the tongue should be done every time the teeth are brushed. Your friend may be having problems with his stomach or with his teeth. Tell him to see his health care provider or his dentist.
Have regular dental appointments and make sure to floss (1x) and brush (2x) per day. If this does not resolve the problem try chewing gum or mints or a mint leaf.
Tell your friend good luck.
Try these:
Drink lots of fluids to flush the tongue and keep it clean. Fluids also help prevent mouth dryness, which promotes bacterial growth.
Rinse and gargle with a mouthwash before bed to reduce bacterial growth overnight.
Eat a healthful breakfast, to stimulate the flow of saliva, which helps keep the tongue clean.
Brush and floss your teeth at least once a day, preferably before bed.
Regularly and carefully scrape the back of your tongue with a plastic tongue cleaner. Gently scraping the tongue keeps bacteria from building up.
Does he have any cavities they cause bad breath if not tell him to rinse w/Listerine as many times a day as he can stand it will help tons
Please see the webpages for more details on Halitosis (Breath odor). Consult your Dentist.
Try drinking a cup of hot water and apple cider vinegar with honey to taste before going to bed at night. It will help in the digestion and the vinegar could fight off bacterias in the throat area.
Drink plenty of water several times a day. Dry mouth also causes bad breath.The water "flushes" out the bacteria that causes your breath to smell.
Brush your teeth and tongue and floss often.
Home remedy cure for bad breath:
Chew some cardamom seeds to sweeten your breath.
Parsley leaves are rich in chlorophyll, nature’s own deodoriser.
Chew some leaves regularly for fresh breath.
Add the juice of half a lemon to a glass of water & use as a last rinse.
http://www.indianchild.com/cure_for_bad_breath.htm
Other sources for information:
http://www.animated-teeth.com/bad_breath/t6_fresh_breath_tips.htm
http://www.mothernature.com/Library/Bookshelf/Books/16/15.cfm
Try a tongue scraper.
let him know that when he is brushing his teeth to also gently brush his tongue. since the tongue is the one muscle in your mouth that contains the taste glands, by brushing it you stimulate it and also clean it at the same time. at least it is a temporary way of getting rid of it.
also if he smokes, he needs to try to quit.
Has he tried all d Mouth washes?
If not then try mouth washes.
If its a severe bad breath, he has to use mouthwashes many times a day for 2-3 weeks or so.
A regular therapy is required.
He may not b using d correct technique to use a brush to brush his teeth. This can be a problem which makes him that hez not getting rid of Bad breaths.
All the surfaces of teeth shud be cleaned with brush daily, which keeps away d formation of dental plaque. Accumulation of dental plaque can cause bad breath.
After brushing d teeth, we shud always clean our TONGUE with d same brush or with d help of a tongue cleaner…
Bcoz tounge is d major part which arouses bad breath.
Yes! he may not b brushing his tongue daily… That’s it.
Ask him.
We shud always brush our tongue after brushing, and even we can use mouth wash after that.
With a clean oral cavity u can’t hav bad breaths.
I think, this may eradicate ur problem.
Take it serious!
Smints are actually really good between meals and just brushing your teeth regularly otherwise
Clean Your Tongue
Odor causing bacteria hide deep within the crevices of the tongue.
Ironically, many of these bacteria are anaerobic meaning they can not live in oxygen. How do these bacteria live in the mouth then ? They live safe from oxygen under a protective layer of mucous, food particles and proteins .
Cleaning your tongue with a tongue cleaner can remove this layer and much of the bacteria which resides on your tongue. Remember to clean near the back of the tongue where most of the bacteria resides but be careful not to gag yourself.
-Drink Plenty Water
A dry mouth represents the ideal home for odor causing bacteria which flourish in this type of environment. Saliva normally keeps the mouth moist. Additionally, saliva helps wash away the food particles bacteria feed on and dissolves odorous volatile sulfur compounds. Actions which dry the mouth or reduce saliva flow can increase bad breath odor.
Maybe this will help
"Brush your teeth with baking soda."
Taken from http://www.grannymed.com/meds/bad-breath.aspx