Getting Rid of Bad Breath

RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By Jack (Guest Post) (11/07/2008) I have bad breath. I have no cavities, and barely any plaque but I have bad breath. I brush my tongue and teeth and either side of the cheeks, and use Listerine. I haven't tried flossing though, could that be the answer? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By Willem (Guest Post) (09/27/2006) Please see an ear, nose and throat specialist and ask him to do allergy tests. Allergies do cause sinus problems as well as tonsilitis. You will need to treat the allergies and the symptoms in order for the bad breath to disappear. A friend had his tonsils removed beacuse of regular tonsilitis, but afterwards suffered for years from throat infections. A specialist found that his tonsils had been removed unnecessarily, because the reason for all his problems was an allergy. Once he started treating the allergy, he had no more infections of the respiratory system. I found that the same held true for my children. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By betty (Guest Post) (09/27/2006) I'm tired of people telling me to go brush my teeth because I have bad breath. I go to the dentist every year. Every year they clean my teeth, tell me I have no cavities, and tell me to come back next year. I don't taste any icky stuff from my teeth. The bad taste is coming from further back in the throat. I believe it's sinus drainage that causes the bad breath. The only time im my 50 years that I remember not having bad breath was when I was on tetracyline for my acne. Nobody will prescribe antibiotics indefinitely for bad breath. The sickening sweet toothpaste and mouthwash seem to make the problem worse. Baking soda and peroxide make my teeth feel cleaner, but the lingering bad taste in the back of my mouth returns by the time I arrive at work in the morning. Are there natural ways to clear sinus problems? I fear the dizzy side effects of sinus tablets may cause a driving accident. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By --- (Guest Post) (09/15/2006) I was wondering if cavities were from genes? I brush and floss twice a day, and seem to still have cavities...is there any recommendations?? Editor's Note: Cavities don't go away by themselves. Please see a dentist, they can spread. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post by Luvyabye (421) | (04/19/2006) Profile | Contact I agree with everyone here.....especially the flossing!!! However, if the bad breath is persistent, it could be a health issue. My daughter had bad breath which came from bad tonsils...she used to get white spots on them. The tonsils weren't sore but the white spots caused bad breath. After her tonsils were removed, the problem was solved. So, if the above advice doesn't work, perhaps you should see your doctor and get a good physical. God bless you!!! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By (Guest Post) (04/19/2006) Could it be from sinuses? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By Carol from Wyoming, PA (Guest Post) (04/19/2006) Flossing is important. Brush your tongue with your toothbrush or implement sold to clean your tongue. Rinse your teeth with half a cap of Listerine diluted with half a cap of water. Best of luck Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post by meoowmom (1458) | (04/19/2006) Profile | Contact Tamala, I just noticed we are nearly neighbors! I live in Hallsville!!! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post by meoowmom (1458) | (04/19/2006) Profile | Contact I was in dental field for over 17 years so here is my main tip:FLOSS! The floss will help get rid of tiny stuff that can cause bacteria hence smell bad. Use floss daily at least twice a day. Floss comes in many forms try using a waxed dental tape as it is easier to use also lots like the green mint waxed floss. Waxed makes it easier to slid between teeth. Yes cavities can cause odor due to bacteria building up and causing odor. Brush often with SOFT brush as hard brushes can tear up your gums. Change toothbrushes every three months or after colds and flu. An easy rinse is using 3% hydrogen peroxide it kills germs and bad breath leaves. You can just pour some on your brush to brush away things between your teeth. If this does not immediately help then try mixing some baking soda and peroxide and swishing with that. I also brush daily with peroxide and sometimes add dab of baking soda to my brush. I have been lucky not to suffer from bad breah but one of my sisters had it bad. If this does not help sometimes not often this needs to be addressed by your medical doctor after you discuss this with your dentist. I worked in general denistry then in periodontal practice which deals with the gums, that being said I have to tell you the famous old periodontal quote; BRUSH & FLOSS ONLY THOSE TEETH YOU WISH TO KEEP! good luck with your dental health. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By (Guest Post) (04/18/2006) Thank you for the info. I do brush my tongue and I have been to the dentist and they offer some Breath X. It helps for a minute. I do have cavities. When my appt come around I seem to be short on money and reschedule my appt to another week or two. But I have a dentist appt next Friday. Thanks again for the great advice Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post By Wendy M. (Guest Post) (04/18/2006) Try eating parsley ...... it is also very good in home-made doggy biscuits if your dogs have bad breath. If this doesn't work however, I would first get a thorough clean of your teeth at the dentist ..... & if that doesn't help, your doctor should be your next port of call. I hope this is of help. Cheers Wendy M. from Australia Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post by kimmcg (186) | (04/18/2006) Contact Use Listerine daily. Brush your teeth 3 times a day too. My sister has the same problem and the dentist says its her gums. She also chews alot of sugar free minty gum.. it helps (believe me lol) Report Spam or Abuse RE: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Post by mobo (169) | (04/18/2006) Profile | Contact I have worked in a dental office for 15 years----so this question comes up alot. Have you tried brushing your tongue?? That helps! Also dental cavities do leave nasty odors-----Time for a check up? Good oral health is very important for everyone of all ages!!! During your check up tell the dentist or assistant about your issue, maybe they can give out samples of products to try----thats what I always did. Hope this helps you!!! Take care!!! :) Report Spam or Abuse