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Ways to Get Rid of Bad Breath

Bad breath can occur for a variety of reasons, but it usually happens because of a surplus of bacteria in your mouth. It can also happen when you have tooth decay, dehydration, or simply because of the foods you eat. Here are three tips that you can use to get rid of bad breath quickly.

Floss and Brush at Least Twice Daily
One sure way to eliminate bad breath is to make sure that you brush your teeth and floss every day. Flossing is the activity that will remove food that gets lodged in between your teeth when you eat. Many people brush, but they don't floss. Therefore, they don't get rid of the tiny pieces of food that can fester in between the teeth and grow bacteria that cause bad breath. You should make flossing and brushing an activity that you do at least twice every day.

Eat Odour-Eliminating Foods
You can also try to eat more odour-eliminating foods to alleviate a problem with bad breath. Sometimes, the issue lies within the gut. Changing your dietary habits can rid you of such a problem. Some of the foods you can implement into your diet to help get rid of bad breath are foods such as celery, citrus fruits, cinnamon, peppermint and ginger. You'll find that some of those foods will soothe your stomach as well.

Schedule an Appointment With a Dentist
Making and keeping regularly scheduled appointments with GT Dental Clinic in Toronto is another habit that will help to keep bad breath at bay. You should visit us at GT Dental Clinic in Toronto at least twice a year for routine dental cleanings. During your appointment you will have your teeth cleaned and have a check up on your overall oral health. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!

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