Why do I have bad breath at 19 despite brushing daily?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am 19 years old. I floss and brush every morning and night and use a tongue cleaner, too, but I still suffer frombad breath all day.

Please help me.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concerns.

Do not worry. After following these tips, you will feel better and get rid of bad breath in two weeks.

Start using chlorhexidine mouthwash thrice a day for four weeks.
Saline water mouth rinses (lukewarm water in a small cup, 1/4 teaspoon salt) should be done thrice a day for two weeks.
Avoid soda drinks and food that may cause acidity. Watch your diet carefully. If you are already having complaints of acidity, heartburn, or stomach ulcers, then visit a gastroenterologist because stomach problems can be one of the major causes of bad breath.
Check in the mirror if you have yellow plaque or calculus deposits around the teeth and gum margins. Then, visit your dentist and get scaling done, and then use mouthwash and saline rinses. The results will be quickly evident.
Check if you are a mouth breather and try to control the habit.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.