What can be done about bad breath caused by not brushing teeth for a long time?
Disease description:
Recently, work has been extremely busy, and I usually get home quite late every night. I leave early in the morning without brushing my teeth. As a result, I haven't brushed my teeth for a long time. I've noticed that my bad breath has become severe recently. What should I do about bad breath caused by long-term failure to brush teeth?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Halitosis caused by long-term lack of tooth brushing needs to be fundamentally resolved by improving oral hygiene habits. It is recommended to brush teeth at least twice daily, each time for no less than two minutes, using a soft-bristled toothbrush and mild toothpaste to effectively remove food debris and bacteria from the mouth. Additionally, one may choose to use antibacterial mouth rinses that help freshen breath, such as compound chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash or compound borax solution. These rinses can be used after meals and upon waking in the morning to help quickly eliminate bad odors in the mouth.
Furthermore, regularly cleaning the tongue coating is also an important step in reducing halitosis, as thick tongue coating is one of the major causes of bad breath. If the above measures fail to effectively improve halitosis, it is advisable to seek help from a dentist for professional treatments such as deep cleaning or other dental procedures to remove stubborn plaque and tartar.
