Is your social and business life being affected by your bad breath? Many people (more then you think) are not getting what they want out of their life in both the business and social areas and they may not even know why.
Do the following apply to you:
All of these are possible signs that the odor of halitosis is slowing you down and affecting your life.
What can be done? You have tried a few things like mouthwash, mints, a special toothbrush and toothpaste but nothing seems to help as much as you would like it to.
On this site, we will explore and explain how you can beat bad breath for good and keep it away.
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Bad breath home remedies have been around since people have been concerned with having halitosis. Some people claim that they work and some that they are a waste of time. Here are some home remedies that are claimed to work* help you prevent bad breath.
Wet your tooth brush with baking soda and brush your teeth and then mix approximately one teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water and gargle and rinse you mouth with it 1-2 time a day.
Chewing mint leaves at least once per day is said to help with bad breath.
Drinking unsweetened herbal tea in the morning instead of coffee keeps your mouth from getting dry and also (depending on the tea) should not have the acidity that the coffee does.
Drinking water throughout the day (preferably purified) helps to keep your mouth (as well as the rest of your body) hydrated and possibly washes out food particles from meals.
This concoction is to be taken before bed and in the morning to help with mouth odor.
One part water, one part hydrogen peroxide 3% solution along with a pinch of baking soda and salt. Use this as a mouthwash, do not drink it. This is said to very effective against bad breath.
Two to three drops of the oil of oregano in your juice or water daily can help with your breath.
Good old fashion oral hygiene. The old standby that your mother told you to do does work if you do it.
Some people do not like to chew a clove as it is spicy. In that case, leave it in your mouth for several minutes.
I drink a little lemon water every day. I believe it helps not only bad breath, but also digestive functions.
Some people believe that apples cleanse the mouth and promote fresher breath.
There must be a reason so many restaurants serve parsley on their plates. Know to freshen breath, this is an old standby remedy.
Most of the bacteria in the mouth that cause bad breath are on your tongue. There are tongue scrapers that you can buy or you could use a spoon to scrape your tongue. Try to get as far back on your tongue as possible and get any white film that is on your tongue.
These are just a few of the many bad breath home remedies available. Halitosis is something many people fight their whole lives. It is an ongoing process. Learn good habits and help yourself have fresher breath.
*We make no claims that these remedies will work or even if that they are safe for every person. Please proceed with caution and if you believe that your bad breath is from a medical , oral disease or condition, please consult with a medical or dental professional.
Question: What do I do with halitosis at work?
I don’t know what to do. Jobs are hard to come by now days and I finally got one that I really like and my boss has horrible halitosis.
She and I have to work together quite a bit and when she talks to me I almost get sick to my stomach from the smell of her breath. She is a really nice person but has a terrible bad breath problem.
I would really like to tell her that she needs to do something about this because I don’t know if I am going to be able to take it much longer. I feel that we are friends, but not close friends and she is my boss and is responsible for my evaluations.
I really need and like the job and I don’t know what to do. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Answer:
That is a bad spot to be put in. These aren’t normal economic time and it is not like you can just go out easily and replace a job, especially one that you like.
You might make a hint such as when you are together have breath mints with you, put one in your mouth and ask if she would like one. Even if she says no, it might get here thinking that maybe she needs one. If she asks whether she needs one, it is up to you to decide if you feel brave enough to say yes.
If you are in a big company, you might want to see if you can arrange a confidential meeting with her boss to discuss the situation. I’m sure her boss is aware of the problem if her boss works in close proximity with her. You do take a pretty big chance in doing that, because it might get out and your boss might feel that you went “over her head” about this problem. There are always office politics to consider.
The final way might be to start looking for a new job, although I would consider this a last ditch effort. This is not an easy situation that you have yourself in.
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Question: I don’t know if I have halitosis. How can I tell if I do?
Lately I have noticed that people back off a little when we speak in close proximity at work. I don’t think that I have bad breath, but I am beginning to wonder.
I have many friends at work but I am too embarrassed to ask one of them. I think that I am putting them in a tough spot to tell me if I do.
How can I find out if I have halitosis without involving other people?
Answer:
This is a position that many people find themselves in. They want to know if they have bad breath and they don’t want to embarrass themselves or their friends.
Here is a way to test yourself for halitosis. Give some of the methods a try and find out for yourself.
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Question:I have had halitosis for years. It is starting to affect me.
I have suffered from halitosis for more than 5 years. It is starting to affect me in all areas of my life.
I have a hard time keeping girlfriends and people at work avoid me. I know this is because of my breath.
I don’t know how to cure it and I need help.
I would appreciate any help and suggestions.
Answer:
That is really a long time to have bad breath and not try to stop it. Have your friends told you that you have bad breath? To make sure that you have it try some of these halitosis self tests.
You should begin by going to a dentist that specializes in bad breath. If the dentist can’t help you, try a doctor.
You should also see if there are any clinics in your area that specialize in bad breath. Some areas have them, some don’t.
Your diet may have something to do with it also, so, you might want to see a nutritionist.
Try some of these bad breath home remedies and these halitosis remedies to see if they will help you. Good luck on your fight against halitosis.
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