A member asked:

Constant halitosis. i'm a dental hygienist and she has excellent home care. no blood problems ( had her dr run a blood panel), diet is good.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Don't know why: Bad breath may be caused by smoking, dry mouth (due to medications, ^ mouth breathing or salivary gland problems), gum infections, poor dental hygiene, certain foods (like garlic, curry, fish oils or onions), sinusitis, post nasal drip, throat infections, infections in the mouth, bronchitis, lactose intolerance, GERD, improperly cleaned dentures,braces & retainers.

Answered 2/28/2015

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Dr. Abraham Thomas answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Oral rinse: Try Oxyfresh oral rinse. I have found it to be by far the BEST treatment for halitosis. (p.s. I like the lemon mint!)

Answered 2/26/2015

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