How to Be Ready for National Fresh Breath Day

It’s not always a good idea to get fresh with your acquaintances, but it’s always wise to get fresh with your breath. Many people walk around all day without realizing that they have a foul smell on the wind from their mouths. Lucky for everyone else, National Fresh Breath Day is August 6^th and it’s ready to help everyone learn how to keep their exhalations in excellent order. Read on to learn about what health concerns bad breath can indicate and how you can keep the air coming out of your face pleasant or unnoticeable.

Bad Breath Can Be a Red Flag of Poor Oral Health

While garlic can keep you safe from vampires, it can also keep you safe from your friends getting too close to you. Unfortunately, bad breath doesn’t just come from eating pungent (and tasty) spices. It can also result from an accumulation of bacteria arising from poor oral hygiene. Without daily brushing and flossing, the bacteria that cause bad breath can multiply rapidly, especially if you’re consuming a high-sugar diet. This can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, both of which can cause bad breath on their own.

How Can I Get Rid of Bad Breath?

Many people resort to sugary mints or chewing gum to fix bad breath, but they can cause more harm than good. While the minty taste can cover up the smell temporarily, the sugar will just feed more stench-causing bacterial growth. Instead, try using gum or mints without sugars, dyes, or preservatives. These dentist-approved alternatives promote saliva production, which helps your mouth remain clear of odor-inducing bacteria, sugary residues, and leftover food particles.

How Can I Prevent Bad Breath?

The best way to prevent bad breath is to maintain a good oral hygiene routine while seeing your dentist twice a year. This will keep odor-causing bacteria from having the time they need to take hold in your mouth. Best practices for daily oral hygiene include:

• Brush twice or thirty minutes after meals.
• Use floss at least once.
• Use an antibacterial mouthwash.
• Quit smoking
• Drink water after drinking sodas or coffee to help flush the mouth of bacteria and sugary residues.

Your country needs you to do your part in the war on bad breath. This National Fresh Breath Day, be sure to fulfill your patriotic duty by taking care of your oral hygiene and making sure that you’re scheduled for your biannual dental appointments. This way, you can dodge the embarrassment of bad breath so your mouth can stay classy and odor-free.

About the Practice

Bear Creek Family Dentistry provides a high-quality fusion of general and specialty dental services from twelve locations throughout the DFW Metroplex. Led by a large team of experienced general dentists and board-certified specialists, the staff delivers excellent patient care from beautiful and comfortable offices. Services include preventive, restorative, and pediatric dentistry in addition to orthodontics. For more information on keeping your breath fresh throughout the year, contact the Cockrell Hill location in Dallas online or dial (214) 333-3100.