I am suffering from bad breath since last 8-10 yrs. Initially I did not realize much as I was not that much of a talking person but recently I feel that it has increased and I can smell myself. I did consult multiple dentists in last 2 years with the suggestion of cleaning and gum pastes. Did everything as per prescription but nothing helps. The smell starts within 2-3 hrs of my brushing. I brush twice daily and recently started with mouthwash as well and drink 3-4 lts of water daily. Started chewing gums as well but nothing works. Any suggestion on the cause will really help as ot affects my social life as I am chewing gums and cardamom like every 2 hrs.

Dr. Soubhik SinhababuGeneral Physician1yrs exp

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Bad breath is not always a dental problem. It may also be due to chronic sinus infection, throat infection. You are saying you have already checked up with dentists. Brushing twice daily with a fluoride paste is helpful. Brush for at least 2 mins. Also immediately rinse your mouth after eating food. Use chlorhexidine mouthwash, without water, gurgle your throat also with it for at least 30 secs and then don't drink or eat anything for: next 30 mins. Use this 3-4 times a day. If you smoke or chew tobacco then stop it. Regular flossing is also necessary. Cleaning your tongue is also important. A small tip: electric toothbrushes are better at cleaning than normal toothbrushes. Eat citrate type of fruits everyday, e.g. Lemon, oranges. And moreover get checked up by an ent specialist to rule out any sinus or throat infection. Best wishes.  

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