How to solve bad breath even after brushing teeth
Sep 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Introduction
Brush your teeth or if you have bad breath, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a professional dental cleaning to thoroughly remove tartar from your mouth. Tartar may also exist below the gumline, which requires subgingival scaling. At the same time, have a comprehensive oral examination. If you have dental caries (cavities), get them filled promptly to prevent further deterioration. Normally, brush your teeth carefully, rinse your mouth after meals, and avoid eating anything after brushing your teeth at night. Maintain a light diet and try to avoid consuming onions as much as possible.
In daily life and work, whether with colleagues, friends, or family members, close conversations and interactions are inevitable. At such times, worrying about bad breath—either your own or the other person's—can cause mutual embarrassment. So, what should you do if you still have bad breath even after brushing your teeth?
How to resolve bad breath despite brushing teeth
If you brush your teeth but still suffer from bad breath, it is recommended to visit a hospital for professional dental cleaning to thoroughly remove tartar from the mouth. Tartar can also form below the gumline and requires subgingival scaling. Meanwhile, a comprehensive oral examination should be performed. If cavities are found, they should be filled promptly to prevent further deterioration. Maintain thorough tooth brushing daily, rinse your mouth after meals, and avoid eating anything after brushing at night. Additionally, maintain a light diet and minimize consumption of pungent foods such as onions and garlic.
Bad breath after brushing may also stem from indigestion or severe acid reflux. In such cases, taking Huoxiang Qingwei Pills and Jianwei Xiaoshi Tablets is recommended. Pay attention to your diet: avoid spicy, irritating foods that may trigger internal heat, and refrain from consuming hard-to-digest foods. Drink plenty of water and increase your intake of vegetables and fruits. You may also steep chrysanthemum, cassia seeds, and lotus leaves in hot water and drink the infusion to help clear stomach heat.
Chronic bad breath could also be caused by Helicobacter pylori infection. It is advisable to go to the hospital for a breath test to check for H. pylori. If an infection is detected, proper treatment to eradicate H. pylori is necessary to eliminate bad breath. We hope this information helps. Wishing you good health and a happy life.
