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Has Bad Breath. Use Probiotics? Suggest Solutions?

My hubby has bad breath, he brushes his teeth twice a day. and uses a mouthwash . Despite of all this he has bad breath. He takes a peg of liquor everyday and after that its so hard to talk to him. He does brushes his teeth after his meal. He is 41 years now.Have heard of Probiotics for the cure of bad breath, can you suggest me probiotics capsules available in Chennai, also the dosage he should consume. - XYZ
Wed, 5 Jun 2013
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Hello,
Bad breath is caused due to poor oral hygiene maintenance.
I would suggest you to get your teeth cleaned by a dentist.
Use soft bristled toothbrush and clean your teeth involving all aspects of teeth.
Rinse your mouth after every meals.
Replace toothbrush in every 6 months.
Maintain oral hygiene well.
Take plenty of fluids and nutritious diet.
Fruits and leafy vegetables has to be included in diet.
Hope this helps.
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Has Bad Breath. Use Probiotics? Suggest Solutions?

Hello, Bad breath is caused due to poor oral hygiene maintenance. I would suggest you to get your teeth cleaned by a dentist. Use soft bristled toothbrush and clean your teeth involving all aspects of teeth. Rinse your mouth after every meals. Replace toothbrush in every 6 months. Maintain oral hygiene well. Take plenty of fluids and nutritious diet. Fruits and leafy vegetables has to be included in diet. Hope this helps.