Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Keep Hygiene Avoid Bad Breath

Bad breath is an embarrassing and frustrating condition. Many people have excellent hygiene practices but still have bad breath. There are many little known causes of bad breath. Did you know tonsils can cause chronic bad breath? This article will discuss proper hygiene practices as well as little known causes of bad breath and treatments.

Keep Hygiene

Brush teeth at least 2xday.
Brush tongue at least 2xday. The tongue can be a source of bad breath.
Floss at least 2xday. Plaque and food between teeth can be a source of bad breath.
Optional: Mouthwash 1 or 2xday. Try a mouthwash made for dry mouth. Dry mouth mouthwashes tend to be helpful with bad breath.

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