Bad breath
Info on how to beat bad breath and keep your teeth in top condition!
Nobody wants to be told they’ve got bad breath but it's better to know than to worry and wonder whether you're the creator of dodgy smells. Bad breath might simply be the short term result of eating something like garlic bread or bad breath can be a sign of health problems such as tooth decay.
How do I know if I’ve bad breath?
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If you’re brave enough then the best way is to ask your dentist, an honest friend or family member.
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It's not easy to check your own breath but you can try by cupping you hands around your mouth and breathing out. Breathe in through your nose and check the whiff factor.
You might have bad breath because of:
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Tooth decay (rotting teeth) or gum disease.
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Food pieces getting stuck and rotting between your teeth.
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A throat or tonsil infection.
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A number of other infections or health problems that need to be checked by your doctor.
Beating bad breath:
- Keep your teeth and mouth clean: brush and floss your teeth frequently.
- Drink lots of water and eat fresh vegetables.
- Brush your teeth after eating dairy products, coffee, meat, fish or strong flavours like garlic, curry or raw onion.
- Chewing parsley is an old cure for bad breath.
- Don’t smoke cigarettes: they really stink up your mouth.
- Make sure to visit your dentist regularly.
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