Get Rid Bad Breath

This page is dedicated to some common “non-tooth” problems found in the mouth. It will be updated from time to time. Mouth Ulcers (Aphthous Ulcers, Canker Sores) Cold Sores (Fever Blisters, Labial Herpes) Angular Chelitis (Cracked Lips) Lichen Planus Mouth Ulcers Mouth ulcers, sometimes called canker sores, are a common affliction. Often they are simply [...]

Dental Health and Canker Sores Canker sores are small shallow ulcers that appear in the mouth and often make eating and talking uncomfortable. There are two types of canker sores: Simple canker sores. These may appear three or four times a year and last up to a week. They typically occur in people between 10 [...]

Canker Sores Cold Sores Only occur inside the mouth Mostly on outside of mouth – sometimes on the inside of the mouth, but only on “hard” surfaces (palate) Not Contagious Contagious Not Viral (not caused by a virus) Caused by Viruses Caused by damage to oral tissue, often by sodium lauryl sulfate, a common foaming [...]

Note: This is not manufactured by Sensodyne — it is made by Gebauer. The thought of saliva makes me react like an adolescent and I think ewww, gross! But, saliva is essential for a healthy mouth. It’s the ultimate antimicrobial maintaining the right flora and fauna, and washing away debris which can lead to decay. [...]

Stop That Mouth Breathing: The Nose Knows Best Individuals who breathe through their mouth instead of through their noses have gotten a bad wrap. In slang, “Mouth breather” has become an insult. Urbandictionary.com has even gone so far as to suggest that “mouth breather” is synonymous with “scum” and “idiot.” Though scientific literature does not [...]

This Week’s Question: I seem to have bad breath a lot. I’ve also noticed that my mouth is a bit dry most of the time. Could these two things be related? Definitely. Bad breath is often a symptom of dry mouth, a lack of saliva. The medical term for this condition is “xerostomia.” Other symptoms [...]

Nose Breathing Breathing through the nose has many benefits. Breathing through the mouth, many negatives. There are some researchers who believe that mouth breathing and associated hyperventilation causes or exacerbates asthma, high blood pressure, heart disease, and many other medical problems. 4. The nostrils and sinuses filter and warm the air going into the lungs. [...]

Dear XXXXXXXX, Thank you XXX XXX question. The odor emanating from a decayed and infected tooth might make someone else nauseated, but will not make them physically sick. To become physically sick would mean a transmission of the bacteria from your infected tooth to the other persons body. The bacteria causing the infection and the [...]

Ever wonder what causes that sour taste in your mouth? We’ve all experienced it at one time or another, sour mouth, and bad breath. There’s one reason for that sour taste and bad breath, but there is more than one cause that may be behind it. Let’s take a closer look. Basics Anaerobic bacteria are [...]

By Fred Cicetti August 10, 2007 The Healthy Geezer • Ask Fred a Question • News for Seniors • More about Senior Consumers Q. I seem to have bad breath a lot. I’ve also noticed that my mouth is a bit dry most of the time. Could these two things be related? A. Definitely. Bad [...]