There are several effective ways to prevent bad breath, including using mouthwash after brushing teeth, scraping the tongue, drinking water instead of soda or alcohol, quitting smoking, flossing regularly, and seeing a dentist if a tooth is infected. Chewing sugar-free gum can also help mask bad breath.

1. BATTLING BAD BREATH

2. There are a number of
different ways to prevent
bad breath.

3. One of the most effective ways
to prevent bad breath is by
simply using mouthwash
each time you brush your teeth.
Use a mouthwash with a mint flavor.

4. Buy a tongue scraper to get
all of the gunk off your tongue
after you brush your teeth
to put a stop to bad breath.

5. Avoid drinking things
that dehydrate you,
such as soda or alcoholic beverages.
The more saliva you have,
the less chance you will have
of developing bad breath.

6. Drink your eight glasses
of water each day.

7. If you are a smoker,
quit immediately.
Smoking is terrible for your health
and can contribute greatly
to bad breath.

8. Make sure to floss your teeth on a
regular basis to avoid bad breath
from food particles
trapped between your teeth.

9. Sometimes bad breath can be
a sign of a root canal infection.
If you are experiencing any pain
in a particular tooth,
see a dentist immediately.

10. Chew sugar-free gum
that will mask any bad breath
that won't seem to go away
without putting yourself
at risk for cavities.