On the 1st of this month, we carried a post discussing the causes of bad breath and steps to keep it in check. In this post, we bring to you some more great advice on keeping the odor away.

• Brush and floss daily

  If you are letting bacteria thrive in your mouth in the form of plaque, you will have bad breath. Fight the bacteria with the two most trustworthy weapons you have – the toothbrush and the floss. Ask your dentist to recommend good toothpaste.

• Rinse your mouth after consuming anything

  Rinse your mouth several times a day, especially after eating or drinking something, even if it was a tiny piece of pastry you ate. You should use a mouthwash to gargle and rinse your mouth instead of plain water.

• Clean the tongue

  Use a tongue scrapper or a soft toothbrush to clean your tongue. A lot of importance has been laid on getting rid of the bacteria off the teeth, but the tongue also becomes a shelter for bacteria if not cleaned properly. Clean both the sides of the tongue. Too much scraping is not considered good. Ask your dentist for tips to clean the tongue.

• Eat plenty of fiber

  By fiber, we mean roughage that comes in vegetables and fruits. The roughage helps keep the tongue clean, thus preventing any bacterial growth. Eat as much fruits and vegetables as you can eat.

• Drink water

  You must have seen water being prescribed as the remedy for body odor, suggested as tips for good skin and overall fitness. Now, we bring you water as the remedy for bad breath. It is important to keep the mouth hydrated as the bacteria loves to make home in dry mouths. Gulp down at least 8-10 glasses of water a day.

• Cut down on caffeine and tobacco

  Caffeine and tobacco not only leave a bad smell in the mouth, but also cause the mouth to dry up, making way for bacteria. Cutting down on smoking and the number of cups of coffee and tea will help you keep bad breath in check.

• Check what you eat

  Foods like onions, garlic, seafood, and some meat can leave an odor in your mouth. If your taste buds love these foods, try to follow up your meals with good oral hygiene.

• Check the medicines you are taking

  Learn the side effects of all the medicines you are taking. If any of them is causing bad breath, ask your doctor to prescribe a replacement. However, it is important that you do not avoid taking the medicines for the fear of bad breath. Consult your dentist for ways to do away with the bad breath.

Happy smiling!

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