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Can scaling and mouthwashes assist in reducing bad breath?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My teeth always get yellow in color, after brushing for two times a day. Also, my mouth stinks.

Answered by Dr. Tooba Qazi

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

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Hi,

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There could be the following reasons for the yellowing of teeth.

There could be yellow or brown layers of tartar at the gumline that need to be taken out so that your actual enamel can be seen. For it, you need to get your scaling done from the dentist and then brush twice a day. Your teeth will not turn yellow. Scaling (cleaning of teeth) should be done at a dental clinic at least once a year.

If your enamel is weakened, then you should brush with mild force, once a day, before sleeping. Excessive brushing wears off the enamel (the white layer) of the tooth and exposes the dentin (yellow layer) of the tooth. Start doing saline water mouth rinses two times a day after getting your scaling done. Then it will relieve you of bad breath. For appropriate diagnosis please provide me a few pictures of your teeth so that I can suggest you need scaling or yellowness is due to harsh brushing or any other factor.

Hope this helps. Stay happy and blessed.

Answered by Dr. Tooba Qazi
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 7, 2019
Reviewed At July 20, 2026

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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