Let’s be honest no one likes kissing someone with breath that’s a bit shall we say – funky! And nothing ruins the moment like worrying your breath is bad! We have 7 ridiculously easy ways for you to not only have fresh breath to have fresh, tasty breath! Pucker up here we go!
1. Nothing get’s breath fresher than a good old brush with your favourite minty toothpaste! While simple, there really is no better way then given your teeth a good scrub! If your toothbrush is older than 8-12 weeks or frayed then replace with a new one.
2. Okay, this is gross but did you know bits of food and plaque can lay trapped between your teeth for days? Ewww! Even brushing can’t get in between those tight areas of the mouth. You need to use floss or interdental brushes. Not cleaning between your teeth is like only brushing half of your mouth. It will never feel truly fresh.
3. Take a look at your tongue – like really. Look in the mirror or take a tongue selfie. If your tongue is coated in gunge chances are your breath will be a bit pongy! FYI one study found that by brushing the tongue, volunteers reduced their perception of bad breath by a whopping 70%! You can clean the tongue ideally with a tongue scraper – available at chemists or of course amazon or in the meantime a good brush with a toothbrush.
4. Drink plenty of water. Natures finest will help to keep you and your mouth hydrated which really helps to keep breath fresh. Dryer mouths are a breeding ground for bacteria.
5. Get fruity! Apples are a great breath freshener as they not only smell good but the biting and chewing help to keep your mouth clean. It’s ridiculously good to taste of apples, strawberries maybe a little pineapple.
6. Mint? Lots of people have a lovely meal planned on date nights, so when it comes to finishing the meal, why not get some mint tea? It will help to rehydrate the mouth, wash away any dinner that’s stuck in your teeth and it’s fresh and subtle.
7. Watch what you put in your mouth! You know the culprits! Onions, garlic, smoking! These are all pretty hard smells to mask over so best to avoid!
If you still have bad breath? Then it’s worth scheduling an appointment with your dentist. Your teeth may require dental treatment…
