Natural Ways To Freshen Your Breath

Bad breath can be caused by numerous things. You may not have brushed your teeth well and have food particles stuck between your teeth or gums or you may have eaten something with a lingering odor. While some reasons are innocent enough, persistent bad breath can be indicative of gum disease, yeast infection in the mouth or one or more cavities. If you are experiencing persistent bad breath, you will want to make an appointment with your dentist to check for one of these conditions. However, in the meantime, you may be self-conscious about the odor being emitted from your mouth. While brushing your teeth more often, using mouthwash after meals or chewing gum can help disguise the odor, there are a few natural ways to freshen your breath. Here are a few of the ways to naturally freshen your persistent bad breath while you wait for your appointment with your dentist.

Rinse with Baking Soda

Baking soda can help to neutralize bad odors in your mouth by balancing the levels of acid in your mouth. Mix one half teaspoon with eight ounces of warm water and stir until the powder dissolves. Swish the mixture in your mouth for 30 to 60 seconds, before spitting it out.

Chew on Cloves

Another way to naturally neutralize bad breath is to chew on cloves. This spice has natural anti-septic, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties that help to kill germs and bacteria that can cause bad breath. It also can help with digestive issues you may have after eating. The most effective way to use cloves is to slowly suck on them and then chew on them when the flavor begins to die down. If you have a cavity that you can feel, chew on the clove with this tooth, as juices are released that also help to numb the pain.

Eat an Apple

The last natural way to fight your bad breath is to eat an apple. The fibrous body of an apple helps to brush plaque and odor-causing bacteria away from your teeth. And the enzymes found in the juice help to neutralize odors. An apple also helps you to feel full and gives you a boost of natural sugar, making it the perfect after lunch snack for those concerned with healthy eating and bad breath.

Having bad breath can be embarrassing. Fortunately, there are many ways you can conceal the bad breath. Eating an apple, rinsing your mouth with baking soda or chewing on cloves can all help you naturally fight bad breath, which can buy you time until you can see a dentist like Beck Pearce Dental about this condition.  


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