What can be done for halitosis?

See your dentist: Brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing and using crest oral rinse without alcohol helps. It should be evaluated since halitosis odors can result from liver and stomache disorders; early signs of diabetes and early signs of gum disease. In our practice we have our patients use a tongue scraper daily to remove bacteria which accumulates on the top or dorsal region of the tongue.

Tongue scraping: Probably the biggest cause of halitosis or bad breath is the accumulation of bacteria on the back of the tongue. Look in the mirror and stick out your tongue you may see a white or yellowish coating on the back of your tongue. Tongue scrapers are available at any drug store that gently remove this layer of bacteria. Follow up with a good mouthwash and you will find a big improvement.

Treat the cause: There are many causes of bad breath, both of dental and medical origin. Find the cause(s) and treat them and then maintain good oral hygiene. By far the most common cause is poor oral hygiene. See the following website for more information: http://www.Smilesapartcosmeticdentist.Com/fresh-breath-control.Htm.