Dr. Honey Nandwani
Dentistry
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Hi doctor,
I am 18-years-old. Bad breath is a problem for me. I just transferred schools and after two days rumors had already been spread by a girl sitting next to me. I really have no true friends, just a best friend that is by my side. I would love to change that and be a little bit social like I used to be. I really hope you can help me.
Thank you.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and understand your concern.
Bad breath also known as halitosis can occur due to a number of causes like poor oral hygiene, oral, dental infections, post nasal drip, sinusitis, acid reflux, respiratory infections, and diabetes etc. You should consult a dentist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations depending upon suspected cause can help in diagnosis. Treatment of the underlying cause will relieve the symptoms.
As of now
You should start gargling with a flavored mouthwash twice a day.
You should chew flavored sugar free chewing gum.
Do warm saline gargles twice a day.
Limit the intake of high aroma foods like onion and garlic.
Drink plenty of water and maintain good oral hygiene.
Thank you for consulting me.
You can always come back and reach me at icliniq.com
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