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I split my sleep into 4 core naps. after every nap morning breath occurs. what can i do to avoid the same brush,floss, scrape tongue routine 4x daily?
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Search for cause: Halitosis, bad breath, has many possible causes including, but not limited to, infections (teeth, gums, tonsils, adenoids, sinuses), GERD, diabetes, food choices, vitamins/supplements, damaged teeth, food impaction between teeth, more than 6 months since last professional cleaning, etc. Discuss with both your General Dentist and your General Physician to begin the diagnostic process.
Answered 1/10/2019
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