To prevent getting bad breath, you should:
- Practice good oral hygiene: Brush your teeth (including your tongue) at least 2 times per day for 2 minutes. Also, floss at least 1 time per day.
- Drink more water.
- Schedule for dental check-ups and professional cleaning at least 2 times a year.
- Quit smoking.
References
1. American Dental Association. Bad Breath (Halitosis). 2011. Available at: http://www.ada.org/2941.aspx. Last accessed September 21, 2011.
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3. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Bad Breath. June 2010. Available at: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bad-breath/DS00025/DSECTION=symptoms. Last accessed September 21, 2011.
4. California Dental Association. Bad Breath. 2011. Available at: http://www.cda.org/popup/bad_breath. Last accessed September 21, 2011.
5. APhA Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs: Chapter 31 Prevention of Hygiene-Related Oral Disorders. 16th Edition, Washington DC: American Pharmacists Association, 2009.
6. National Institute of Health. Mouth Disorders. 2011. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/mouthdisorders.html. Last accessed September 21, 2011.
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