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Article: Bad breath chronic for some
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- Charleston Gazette
- Article date:
- November 7, 2005
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BAD-BREATH MYTHS
Myth: Tongue scrapers are just another ploy to get you to spend
money. Fact: Scraping your tongue is one of the more important things
you can do to fight bad breath. However, most experts say running a
toothbrush over your tongue works just as well. Myth: Medications
dont lead to bad breath. Fact: Some antidepressants and
antihistamines can cause bad breath, says Swaroop. "They make the
mouth dry and promote bacterial growth on the tongue. Myth: Flossing
is important for your gums, but it doesnt have much to do with bad
breath. Fact: If food is trapped between your teeth, it becomes a
breeding ground for the bacteria that cause bad breath. "Normal
brushing just cannot do it ...