Fix my bad breath! Tips and treatments

DISCLAIMER: The treatments discussed in this video are invasive surgical procedures and like any medical procedures carry risks. Accordingly, before proceeding with any dental treatment you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The views expressed in this video are for information purposes only.

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With over 20 years of experience Dr's Adrian Kat and Tanya Kat offer complimentary discussions, providing patients with all their cosmetic dental options in a supportive and judgment free environment.

[indist]

Sometimes the cause of bad breath can be related to an unhealthy stomach. Eat your leafy greens, cut down on sugars and keep hydrated with water as your main source of fluid. My confidence was at 0. Looking after my stomach changed all that. It's a simple case of encouraging healthy stomach bacteria, and there are many foods and drinks that can help.

[awfan]

I battled through a very bad breath problem from age 12 until late 20s. I developed great oral hygiene habits in my twenties but somehow nothing was working. Long story but eventually I got swabs of my mouth (tongue, palate, molars) sent to a lab, and I was found to have 5 bacteria infections in my throat and mouth. Several courses of antibiotics later, I'm able to manage it. Just normal morning breath but after brushing, smells normal. Xylotol gum also helps, along with smart mouth mouth wash. Of course you still have to keep up the regular hygiene (brushing, tongue scraping, flossing) to make sure those bacteria don't build up again above the normal threshold. Also, if you have a runny nose and feel it going back down your throat, that can contribute to bacteria build-up too so think about treating postnasal drip. Some also have tonsil stones, that tends to produce the worst of smells

[jkbc]

something I would like to add that most of dental professional missed is Tonsilolith or Tonsil Stone. Not everyone has this, but when one does have it in their tonsil, the breath can be really bad. It won't go away even if you take out all your teeth and tongue.

[mariej]

I feel very sad that there is no single solution to permanently treat bad breath. You guys need to work to find the solution. It can't be ok that a great proportion of adults have bad breath and it has always been a very sensitive issue because there is no permanent solution and people are careful not to say anything bad to their loved ones. Help people please, this situation is very serious. Find treatment, drugs that people can take as prescription to get healed and enjoy life.

[missanonymous]

I just want to share my story...

I used to have bad breath too. Lasted for almost 30 years. It started when I was in high school (maybe earlier) with oral bad breath only. Through the years, it got worse and I developed nasal bb. People would smell my breath even when I wasn't talking.

It is one of the most embarrasing and humiliating period of my life especially when I started working. People could be rude and mean. Some made me aware they know my breath stinks.

I tried literally everything to get rid of it:
Therabreath toothpaste and mouthwash and other regular mouthwashes
Baking soda
Antibiotics (Flagyl, clarithromycin, amoxicillin clav, Rifaximin)
Antifungal (Flucanozole)
Oral and gut probiotics
Liquid chlorophyll

I have seen a lotttt of doctors from at least three countries I've worked in:
Dentist
ENT
Gastroentrologist
Endocrinologist

I have done a lot of tests:
Barium swallow
Abdominal ultrasound
Endoscopy
Paranasal CT scan
Hundreds of urine and blood tests

All normal results...

I also had two (healthy) wisdom teeth removed...

I even went to a halitosis specialist/clinic and spent 3K USD...

I avoided sugar, dairy and gluten for 6 months...

Nasal bb went away but oral bb is still present.

Then, I decided to have my tonsils removed. I was hesitant at first because of the recovery process and I wasn't even sure if it would work. But I was desperate and I feel like I have nothing to lose. I owe it to myself because what if?

After all, it's the only thing I haven't done. So, I had a tonsillectomy. Long story short, I am now cured and I promise to share this story to those who like me, have tried everything and nothing worked. It could be your tonsils.

I also now have the pinkiest tongue ever, after the tonsillectomy.

Disclaimer, I don't get tonsil stones that often, maybe once a month, but everytime I would poke my right tonsil really hard and far, my finger would smell really bad even when there are no stones. Left tonsil is okay, no smell.

Also, recovery isn't that bad. I recovered in two weeks, but felt the worst pains on Days 6-8 only. Other days are bearable and manageable as long as you take your pain meds.

AND

You will have the worst breath during the recovery period because of the scabs and mucus and because your throat is healing, but IT IS NORMAL.

I hope this comment helps some people who are experiencing the same.

[jensan]

There underlying issue causing halitosis. I have acid reflux, and heartburn. There is no problem with my teeth. I’ve tried name it everything to stop bad breath but only one helped me it is by drinking CHLOROPHYLL. Just one week my i dont have bad breath. My husband even told me he doesn’t smell my stinky breath anymore. ❤️

[marjoriealmanza]

one of the positive sides of pandemic is that nobody complains that you have bad breath ..due to physical distancing and of course by the help of face mask😁😁😁

[zacy]

This guy is a legend he reply’s to most comments what a g 👍🏻

[MrRblanco]

I have always struggled all my life with bad breathe and my wife and I had a huge fight because I didn’t want to listen to her. Now this Dr confirmed what she said. Need to take care of my mouth

[karend.]

Best to salt water rinse, support a healthy gut biome with fermented food, avoid citric acid as it causes dry mouth, check your on-site or stones. Then also check dental conditions.

[nancymichael]

It's the way he kept smiling all through for me

[dobi]

"Tonsil stones" are also a common cause of bad breath and hard to get rid of

[MrKrueger]

There's underlying issues if you need to brush your tongue . Try seeking a professional like a naturopath or similar, because bacteria can be present in your stomach and body causing this issue .

[ahanaroychoudhuri]

Wearing masks and having to breath our own breath has made me realise my breath is quite normal and tolerable

[attitudeworld]

Brush your teeth more than two minutes, keep drinking water. Eat fruits, before having lunch take salad

[shahzadthaheemofficial]

Honestly the best video I have ever seen about bad breath

[mogetit]

Had it for years and was diagnosed with SIBO and in low FODMAP diet. If you already do all of these things and still have problems follow up with a GI doctor

[goldenbee-army-of-bts]

Oil pulling with coconut oil is a great thing you need to do if you can. It will take care of everything.

[gilsontopfstedt]

Cleaning the teeth at least twice a day, cleaning between the teeth, don't smoke, Drink enough water... It's sooo easy to prevent with basic Hygiene

[stevennube]

Tonsil stones are another cause of foul breath. See an ENT to get your tonsils out.