Bad Breath. Its killing my confidence!

Hi. Bad breath can have its origin not just in the mouth but from other bodily diseases too, including gastric problems. Make sure you have consulted your physician to rule out other causes of bad breath. For the oral malodor, here are some things that will help: 1. Avoiding foods like onion, garlic, meat, spicy curries, cauliflower, cabbage and coffee 2. Avoid smoking and alcohol. Don't use alcohol based mouthwashes. 3. Drink plenty of water and do not let your mouth feel dry anytime. 4. Raw fruits and vegetables help both in gastric and oral problems. 5. Brush and floss your teeth thoroughly twice daily. Ask your dentist for the proper brushing and flossing techniques. Rinse after every meal. 6. Clean the back of the tongue gently every time you brush your teeth. 7. Chew on mints, sugar free chewing gum, cloves or cardamom. 8. See a gums specialist (Periodontist) for assessment and treatment of gum problems.