Woman tries diet to minimize one of the rarer causes of halitosis
April 25, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Trimethylaminuria is a rare cause of bad breath. Click to read article

Halitosis and football
April 24, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
On the gridiron, some players' halitosis has become the stuff of legend. Click to read article

Baseball and bad breath
April 23, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
The Great American Pastime was once much more prone to the Great American Affliction: bad breath. Click to read article

To put the kibosh on bad breath, rinse with an alcohol-free mouthwash
April 20, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It's possibly the most important step in your breath-freshening regimen: rinsing with an alcohol-free mouthwash. Click to read article

Know when to accept a mint for fresh breath, and when to say no
April 19, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Someone offers you a mint for fresh breath. Do you accept? Click to read article

Kanye, you can use 'TheraBreath'!
April 18, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Nobody's too cool - or too cold - for fresh breath. Click to read article

NBA bad breath watch: Vince Carter blows halitosis Rudy Gay's face
April 17, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
There's no foul called for it, but puffing bad breath into another NBA player's face is usually considered to be in poor taste...er, smell. Click to read article

Hoover hated halitosis (be it oral or, uh, 'mental')
April 12, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
The nation's former FBI director was not above name-calling or cracking wise about halitosis. Click to read article

Beer makes fresh breath funky, skunky
April 11, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
And it doesn't take a breathalyzer to notice it, either. Click to read article

Who is more prone to chronic halitosis, men or women?
April 10, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
In the battle of the sexes, the question of chronic halitosis still perplexes. Click to read article

Bad breath treatments that work, and those that don't
April 5, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Want a quick cheat sheet on the best (and worst) bad breath treatments? Read on. Click to read article

Which cities have fresh breath, and which just plain stink?
March 22, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Recently, young adults weighed in on which U.S. cities tend to have people with the freshest breath. Click to read article

Use alcohol-free mouthwash and bid bad breath bye-bye
March 21, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
To truly wipe out halitosis, mouthwash needs to contain no mouth-drying alcohol. Click to read article

Survey: Fresh breath is key to having a 'Spring fling'
March 20, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you have halitosis this Spring, then there's something you probably won't be having: a Spring romance. Click to read article

A brief history of garlicky bad breath
March 20, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Ever wondered how long we've been fixated on the smell that garlic leaves in your mouth? Click to read article

Periodontal disease causes major bad breath, and worse
March 19, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If your dentist has diagnosed you with periodontal disease, you have a number of things to be concerned about, including halitosis. Click to read article

Man's best friend has man's worst enemy: dog bad breath
March 16, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It's no secret that dog's get halitosis, but it also isn't something you and your furry friend have to suffer through. Click to read article

What are other ways to say 'bad breath,' 'halitosis' or 'oral door'?
March 15, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
A rose by any other name... Click to read article

Is blue light an effective bad breath treatment? Uh, no.
March 14, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you're convinced that blue light can cure your halitosis, you might need to screw in your mental bulb a little tighter. Click to read article

Major causes of halitosis: The 10 stinkiest cheeses on Earth
March 12, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Sacre bleu! Some French cheeses can cause an unparalleled blast of bad breath. Click to read article

NASA satellite spies bad breath from space
March 8, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
The Staten Island Dump isn't the only smelly thing that can be seen from low Earth orbit. Recently, NASA spied a bad breath gas that was visible from space. Click to read article

Yoga therapy for bad breath? Only if you want a dry mouth
March 6, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Believe it or not, several yoga systems claim to be able to treat or cure dry mouth. Click to read article

In world of bad breath, occasionally halitosis causes phobia
March 5, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Did you know that, in unusual circumstances, halitosis can cause a full-on phobia of bad breath? It's rare, but it's real. Click to read article

Today in history: Modernized toothbrushes stop using swine hair to deliver toothpaste, kill bad breath
February 24, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Toothpaste-lovers, rejoice! Click to read article

When it comes to bad breath, a tongue scraper can make all the difference
February 23, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Do you have a tongue scraper? Many people don't, even though these specialty instruments are one of the keys to fresh breath. Click to read article

Occasionally, bad breath kills
February 22, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Can bad breath be lethal? You be the judge. Click to read article

White spots on the tonsils: A sure sign of bad breath
February 21, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If you can see little flecks or white spots on your tonsils, you almost certainly have bad breath. Here's why. Click to read article

What does Leap Day have to do with bad breath?
February 16, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
They couldn't possibly have anything to do with one another, right? Well, if you look hard enough, you can spot little connections between our halitosis and the extra day we tack onto the calendar. Click to read article

Couldn't get rid of bad breath on Valentine's Day? Here's why
February 14, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Having halitosis on Valentine's Day can be a real romance-killer, especially if you try to eliminate it but just can't get rid of bad breath. Click to read article

Newspaper reader needs bad breath remedies ASAP
February 13, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
You know your partner's halitosis is bad when you're writing to a nationally syndicated newspaper asking for advice on bad breath remedies. Click to read article

Halitosis: It's real, so don't overintellectualize it!
February 13, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Occasionally, it's tempting to overthink the existence of halitosis. Do I really have it? Is it really even a thing? Yes, you do, and yes, unfortunately, it is. Click to read article

Odor-fighting TheraBreath toothpaste wins gold medal for taste
February 13, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Not many specialty toothpaste brands can brag that their product's taste has won a gold medal. But we can. Click to read article

Stick to all-natural toothpaste brands for bad breath
February 9, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Now that we've told you what NOT to buy, here are the ingredients you'll find in the world's best toothpaste brands for bad breath. Click to read article

At least one mouthwash brand used to make cigarettes
February 8, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
We are not making this up. And no, we are not the mouthwash brand in question. Click to read article

The long, gross history of periodontal disease
February 3, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Fair warning: Do not read this blog post before or during a meal. Click to read article

What causes dry mouth? Is it what's giving me bad breath?
January 31, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
I brush, floss and rinse with some that mouthwash that really burns, but I still get bad breath on the way to my interviews. What's going on here? Click to read article

Dehydration is one of the causes of dry mouth, bad breath
January 31, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Getting exercise shouldn't have be synonymous with getting halitosis... Click to read article

TheraBreath's bad-breath-fighting technology is a 'modern marvel'!
January 30, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Recently, Dr. Katz appeared on the History Channel to explain how TheraBreath's odor-fighting technology eliminates halitosis in a way that other product lines can't come close to matching. Click to read article

TheraBreath hangs out with celebs at the Golden Globes!
January 30, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Who showed up this year at the Celebrity Gifting Suite Celebrating the 2011 Golden Globe Awards? None other than TheraBreath! Click to read article

Is there such thing as a whitening mouthwash that gets rid of bad breath?
January 26, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Can I have it all? A whitening mouthwash that also gets rid of bad breath? Click to read article

Get rid of canker sores, bad breath in one fell swoop
January 24, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
To get rid of canker sores, halitosis and harmful bacteria quickly, try a specialty breath freshener that is all-natural and alcohol-free. Click to read article

Martial artists, military members suffer halitosis, broken teeth unnecessarily
January 23, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Getting a tooth knocked out may lead to halitosis, either directly or indirectly. Click to read article

Treat gum disease before it gets in the way of a promotion
January 17, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If you forget to treat your gum disease, you may as well wave bye-bye to that promotion you're angling for. Click to read article

Sometimes a cigar isn't just a cigar...it's also a cause of halitosis
January 13, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Freud certainly knew the value of a good cigar, but he seems to have ignored its place in the Bad-Breath-Causing Hall of Fame. Click to read article

What's in the best mouthwash for bad breath?
January 11, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Choosing the best mouthwash isn't always easy, especially if you're desperate to get rid of bad breath. Click to read article

Are bad breath and canker sores on the tongue related?
January 10, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Help! I have halitosis and painful canker sores on my tongue. What going on here? Click to read article

Whether in the U.S. or Africa, bad breath is a big, big problem
January 5, 2012 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Is bad breath as big a deal on other continents as it is in North America? You can bet your bottom dollar it is. Click to read article

Dr. Katz gives advice on how to find out if you have bad breath
January 4, 2012 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
When you think you have bad breath, do you breathe into your palms and take a sniff? If so, Dr. Katz says that you're going about it all wrong. Click to read article

Thomas Jefferson brought eggplant to the U.S., even though it was thought to cause bad breath
December 28, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Though the eggplant was commonly thought to cause a whole host of ailments, including bad breath, Jefferson wisely introduced it to the Americas anyway. Click to read article

Legal cases mention chronic halitosis quite a bit, often to great comic effect
December 27, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
You're a judge, and the case you're sitting on revolves around chronic halitosis. How could you NOT mention it in your legal decision? Click to read article

What are the biggest bad-breath-causing tonsilloliths on record?
December 23, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Tonsilloliths look and smell gross. And occasionally, they can grow to a huge size. Click to read article

In the name of science, researchers sniff morning breath
December 20, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It's a dirty job, but someone's got to do it. After all, smelling morning breath is a scientific pursuit. Click to read article

Probiotics shut out bad breath, improve oral health
December 19, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It might sound odd, but with probiotics, you can fight fire with fire - or really, bacteria with bacteria. Click to read article

Achoo! Sniff! In winter, post-nasal drip and bad breath can get you down
December 14, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
In a day, this common condition can cause you to swallow up to two quarts of your own mucus. Gross! Click to read article

Expectant mothers should be on the lookout for pregnancy gingivitis
December 13, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Here's a quick primer on why it's important for mothers-to-be to keep their breath fresh and their mouths clean. Click to read article

Why do I have bad breath and white spots on my tonsils?
December 9, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While they may look like white spots on your tonsils, these tiny objects are actually small, rounded balls of gunk lodged in your tonsils. Click to read article

Like human halitosis, dog bad breath comes from a dirty mouth, or worse
December 7, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Poor oral hygiene can make oral odor exponentially worse, which is why it is important for people and puppies alike to get periodic teeth cleanings. Click to read article

If you have tonsilloliths, halitosis may not be far behind
December 5, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
In less time than you might think, voila! You have a tonsil stone, and some powerful bad breath in the bargain. Click to read article

The best bad breath remedies are NOT a dime a dozen
December 1, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Let's be reasonable. There are many bad breath remedies out there, but very few that get results. Here, then, is a brief list of the best. Click to read article

Can a banana ban a baby's bad breath?
November 23, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Infant halitosis may be caused by thumb-sucking, food particles or even an object (say, a pea or a bean) being stuck up a child's nose. Click to read article

Dry mouth at night can leave your mouth reeking of halitosis
November 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
The National Institutes of Health adds that dry mouth at night is a natural part of growing older, but that doesn't mean you have to take it lying down. Click to read article

Thanksgiving has its share of causes of halitosis
November 21, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Within hours of mopping up the last of the gravy and stuffing, your mouth becomes a cauldron of bacterial activity. Click to read article

Get rid of canker sores and bad breath at the same time
November 21, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Larger canker sores can last for months. Here are some methods to get rid of canker sores that medical experts often recommend. Click to read article

French kissing can leave you with chronic halitosis
November 21, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Even enjoying a simple lip smack between two lovebirds can lead to chronic halitosis, as can swapping toothbrushes, trading forks, sharing a food item and (we're assuming) delivering mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Click to read article

How to whiten teeth, freshen breath: For starters, watch it with the coffee
November 16, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
U.S. residents drink an estimated 400 million cups of joe per day. This means that in one year, Americans down 146 billion cups of the stuff. Click to read article

Canker sore remedies may banish bad breath
November 11, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Regardless of what causes them, aphthous ulcers can be really painful. If you're trying to impress someone with witty conversation or your honed French kissing skills, you'd better hope these little sores don't hold you back. Click to read article

What causes tonsil stones to smell so terrible?
November 9, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
To look for tonsil stones in your own mouth, open your mouth in front of a mirror and say "Ahhh." Click to read article

Post-nasal drip symptoms can point to bad breath
November 8, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
How do you know you have the drip? Here are the most common post-nasal drip symptoms, in no particular order. Click to read article

Cankers sores on the tongue, bad breath may be a hint to change your mouthwash
November 4, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
A detergent, in your mouth! Can you see why cheap mouthwashes can leave your tongue dappled with painful canker sores? Click to read article

Dog bad breath is a lot like human halitosis
November 2, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Dogs have dirty mouths and oral odor. That said, we love our pooches in spite of their puppy breath, just like they love us despite our halitosis, which to their sensitive noses must smell truly awful. Click to read article

Learn how to remove tonsil stones, improve bad breath
October 31, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
To learn how to remove tonsil stones, it's important to understand what they are and why they give you bad breath. Fortunately, these little halitosis-causing objects are relatively easy to get rid of, at least compared to serious oral diseases like tooth decay or periodontitis. Click to read article

How to whiten teeth: For a start, avoid soft drinks
October 27, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
To actively whiten your teeth, try using a specialty bleaching kit. Such products can be used at home, often with dramatic results. Besides actively cleaning your teeth, you can also improve their luster by avoiding tooth-staining, cavity-causing foods and beverages. For example: ask a breath expert how to whiten teeth, and they will almost certainly tell you to avoid soft drinks. Click to read article

Chronic halitosis can become more problematic in old age
October 26, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
What's the difference between chronic halitosis and run-of-the-mill bad breath? Most people regularly get oral odor, but it must be often enough - or in the worst cases, continual - in order to qualify as a chronic problem, as it does for millions of elderly Americans. Click to read article

Halitosis hits half of humanity
October 21, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
How many people suffer from halitosis at any one time? Estimates vary, but most dental health authorities put the number at about one-half of the population. That may sound like a lot, but almost any dentist or bad breath expert will tell you it's just about right. Click to read article

Dry mouth syndrome can leave you with bad breath
October 20, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Nearly everyone has gotten bad breath from sleeping with their mouth open ortherwise parching their palate, but for a few individuals, a dry mouth syndrome is to blame for chronic halitosis, as well as for dry eyes. Click to read article

Throughout history, letter writers mention bad breath, halitosis
October 18, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Bad breath, halitosis and oral odor in general have been a problem since the beginning of recorded history. Not only can smelly breath cause social offense and leave people feeling isolated, but it can also signal poor dental health or bad oral hygiene. Thanks to letters sent by history's luminaries, we can see that oral odor has been putting people off for centuries. Click to read article

Get rid of bad breath before it ruins your date!
October 13, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It may come as little surprise, but many American oral care experts recommend trying to get rid of bad breath before a big date. The same principle holds true abroad, of course. A recent survey of UK Shoppers found that body odor in general, and specifically halitosis, constitutes the biggest romantic turn-off. Click to read article

Humans (and lions, and bears) have chronic halitosis
October 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While the scientific treatment of chronic halitosis may sound new, people have been exploring the topic for thousands of years. In fact, early mentions of the condition could be quite accurate about its causes - though sometimes they were also downright weird. Click to read article

Dog bad breath can be a sign of dental, gastric problems
October 7, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Besides being revered as a loving, furry companion, man's best friend is known for his halitosis. This association isn't necessarily fair. For one thing, human mouths are rarely much cleaner or more fragrant than those of canines. For another, dog bad breath can be a signal that your pet needs a clinical check-up. Click to read article

Canker sores in the mouth can mean halitosis on the breath
October 6, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Turn on the television, and you'll notice that many adds for mouthwash tout the benefits of alcohol-based rinses. While these products may temporarily freshen breath, they can also cause unintended side effects including gum irritation and canker sores in your mouth. Click to read article

Japanese mobile provider unveils bad breath-analyzing phone
October 5, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you have trouble with bad breath and happen to live in Japan, mobile phone giant NTT DoCoMo has unveiled a device that's right up your alley. According to Engadget, the Japanese company recently debuted a phone that can tell you whether or not you have halitosis. Click to read article

Even for a duchess, Dukan diet tops the list of bad breath causes
October 3, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
There are hundreds of bad breath causes out there, and people looking for the perfect body may incur halitosis as a side effect of their diet, particularly if the regimen is extreme. Kate Middleton, the UK's Duchess of Cambridge and at the moment perhaps the most famous adherent of the Dukan diet, may suffer from bad breath caused by eating so much protein, according to the International Business Times (IBT). Click to read article

Dentists may be poorly educated about diagnosing, treating bad breath
September 29, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
When it comes to recognizing and treating bad breath, new research suggests that you shouldn't necessarily rely on your dentist to do all the legwork. A study conducted among a group of dental school students found that many were unaware of the oral causes of, and appropriate treatments for, halitosis. Click to read article

Scientists develop litmus test for bad breath
September 29, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
There are several ways to detect bad breath. The simplest is the tried-and-true sniff test, in which you breathe or cough into your cupped hands and then smell the result. However, this method doesn't always work very well, which is one reason why scientists are continually developing new and more accurate ways to pinpoint halitosis. Click to read article

Morning breath: Halitosis at its funkiest
September 21, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Most people suffer from morning breath at one point or another, but few know exactly why they have it. If you associate this form of halitosis with a dry mouth, you're well on your way to understanding how such bad breath occurs, as well as how to eliminate it. Click to read article

Herbs are not necessarily a halitosis cure
September 20, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If you're in need of a halitosis cure, you may need to look no farther than a specialty breath freshening kit, especially one that includes a tongue scraper, an odor-neutralizing rinse and a daily probiotics regimen. Such products can be a radical improvement over complementary breath freshening methods, like chewing herbs or roots. Click to read article

Specialty rinses nix halitosis and ensure healthy gums
September 19, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Just as most folks have difficulty smelling their own bad breath, many people are under the impression that that have healthy gums when, in fact, they don't. By avoiding specialty oral care products and leaving gum tissue to its own devices, you are essentially inviting gingivitis to make itself at home. Click to read article

Dietary supplements can replace fresh breath with bad breath
September 13, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Without specialty breath care products, maintaining fresh breath can be a real chore. Not only do plenty of foods and beverages lead to halitosis, but vitamin supplements occasionally do the same, according to an article published by the popular health resource LiveStrong. Click to read article

Is treating bad breath with peppers a good idea?
September 12, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
So you want to know if treating bad breath with chili peppers is a good idea? Well, I can tell you that your family is on the right track, even though they are ultimately wrong about using spices for halitosis. Click to read article

Tooth infections, signalled by bad breath, can be dangerous
September 9, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you've ever suffered from bad breath and a toothache at the same time, then prepare to be shocked. Recently, it was reported that a 24-year-old Cincinnati resident died after letting an aching jaw (caused by an infected tooth) get out of hand. Click to read article

Dogs get royal treatment, even down to their bad breath!
August 23, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
You thought you had it nice... The UK Daily Mail recently reported that a Briton living in Kennington spends more than 15,000 pounds every year taking care of her six pampered English bulldogs - including special food to keep them from getting halitosis. Click to read article

Great moments in bad breath history, part 2: A glance into poems, plays, novels
August 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Here are some more notable mentions of halitosis, taken from poems, novels and plays, both classic and contemporary. Remember: if these excerpts make you begin to suspect that you have bad breath, trying reaching for a specialty breath freshener, a tongue scraper, an oral care probiotics kit or, at the very least, a toothbrush. Click to read article

Great moments in bad breath history, part 1: A look into literature
August 19, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
So you think bad breath is too gross a subject for art and literature? Think again! In the past century, halitosis has made its appearance in loads of great books. As you read the quotes below, consider purchasing a tongue scraper or an oral care probiotics kit. As you'll see, many of the characters below (or, presumably, their creators) had limited access to effective breath fresheners. Click to read article

Bahraini police confiscate bad breath-causing chewing tobacco
August 18, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Chewing tobacco is one of the most potent causes of halitosis, and the American Dental Association (ADA) warns that it is in no way a safe alternative to smoking. Also called "dipping," this practice can lead to a whole host of oral problems, ranging from bad breath all the way to mouth cancer. This may be one reason why police in Bahrain have been confiscating chewing tobacco left and right these days. Click to read article

Bad breath turns off American gals and Irish lasses
August 17, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
What displeases women most about men? If you think that bad breath is one of a woman's top turn-offs, chances are you're right. A survey conducted by 98FM Radio Ireland found that women there hate the smell of halitosis. Click to read article

Traffic cop has no sense of humor about bad breath
August 17, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
When pulled over for speeding or having a busted tail light, some people try explaining themselves, sweet-talking the police officer or even squeezing out a few crocodile tears. However, those with bad breath might want to invoke their Fifth Amendment right to keep their mouth shut, or at least use a specialty breath freshener, since Al Anba reports that a traffic cop recently fined a citizen for having halitosis. Click to read article

How can I check whether or not I have bad breath?
August 12, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Comedian Demetri Martin once said that "another term for a balloon is a 'bad breath holder.'" How right he is. After all, the odds that a balloon inflated by mouth has halitosis in it are one in four, according to multiple medical studies. However, Martin also inadvertently points to one method of testing your breath to see if it is bad. Click to read article

Some foods reduce bad breath, while others amplify halitosis
August 11, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
"Maybe it's the garlic I ate..." Though bad breath often stems from poor dental health, tonsil stones, periodontal disease or dry mouth, occasionally oral odor really is just a product of eating a pungent meal. But which foods cause halitosis? And are there any that reduce it? Click to read article

In the quest to eliminate bad breath, how far can probiotics take us?
August 11, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Countless Americans turn to oral care probiotics products to reduce the levels of odor-causing bacteria in their mouths. After brushing and flossing, probiotics are the next line of defense against halitosis. Recently, a Canadian researcher explored the possibilities for bacterial modification in the future. Click to read article

Has the number of people with bad breath changed over time?
August 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It's hard to say what ratio of Americans suffered from bad breath before the 20th century, but we do know that people in the early 1900s didn't have access to specialty breath fresheners the way we do today. Click to read article

Five reasons to avoid having bad breath
August 9, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
You know that other people's halitosis makes you wince or flinch away, so it is only natural that you expect others to do the same when you have oral odor. This is one reason why many people go for a specialty breath freshener whenever they suspect that their breath has become none too sweet. Click to read article

Is my halitosis all in my head?
August 9, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
You may occasionally suspect that you have bad breath, often because you think you can smell it in the air you exhale. But are you just imagining things? Is it likely that your halitosis is in your head, instead of in your mouth? Click to read article

Halitosis can cripple your social life
August 5, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Having bad breath is not just a personal issue but a social one. After all, few of us spend every day alone. We've all had the experience of smelling someone's oral odor and being repulsed by it. Unfortunately, studies indicate that there is always a 25 percent likelihood that that someone is you. Click to read article

Does eating honey reduce halitosis?
August 4, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
The idea that honey can reduce halitosis is nothing new, but its foundations as a scientifically supported claim are a little shaky. Let's just say that if you have bad breath, it's probably best to stick to a a toothbrush, an AKTIV K-12 Probiotics Kit and a tongue scraper. Click to read article

Fasting can cause bad breath
August 3, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Most people are aware that eating smelly foods can cause bad breath, but did you know that avoiding food has the potential to do the same? That's right. Regardless of the reason for fasting, missing out on meals can lead to halitosis. Click to read article

How to break the bad news about bad breath
August 1, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
So many adults have halitosis - one in four, according to a study from the University of Buffalo - that you'd think we would have found some good way to tell a friend or co-workers that they have bad breath. However, virtually all advice columnists say we haven't, and for the most part that appears to be true. Click to read article

Learn to avoid canker sores, dry mouth and bad breath all at once
July 27, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Having a canker sore can be a real pain, as can suffering from dry mouth or halitosis. Fortunately for individuals who use specialty breath fresheners to beat their bad breath, treating one condition may naturally relieve the others, depending on what product you use. Click to read article

Animals can't help their bad breath, but you can
July 26, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Having bad breath isn't a situation limited to humans, as almost any dog or cat owner will tell you. Halitosis doesn't originate in human-specific foods - except for pungent ones like garlic and onions - so much as it does in the bacteria found in mammalian mouths. Click to read article

Bus drivers brawl over bad breath
July 26, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
You think tensions run high at your job, where coworkers' halitosis can drive you all but crazy? Consider a recent news story from New Zealand, where two municipal bus drivers came to blows over bad breath. Click to read article

Lucian Freud compared others' paintings to bad breath
July 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
The art world was rocked this week by the death of Lucian Freud, a painter, member of the Realist art movement and opinionated critic of other artists. An example: According to the Fairfield City Champion, Mr. Freud once said of the art of Dante Gabriel Rossetti, another painter and co-founder of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, that it was "the nearest painting can get to bad breath." Click to read article

Do they have bad breath in Uzbekistan?
July 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It is unfortunate that when someone has bad breath, we often leap to conclusions about them. You might think that a person with halitosis has poor oral hygiene skills or terribly advanced tooth decay, not realizing that he or she might have a problem with tonsil stones or postnasal drip, something that they cannot fix very easily. Click to read article

In a relationship, bad breath might get you the boot
July 21, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Think halitosis isn't a deal-breaker when it comes to being in a long-term relationship? Many an advice column has printed letters from readers desperate to do something about their partner's bad breath, or to do away with the partner altogether. Click to read article

Garlic festival will likely boost bad breath to epic proportions
July 21, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Everyone knows that garlic can give you halitosis, but what do you do when it's in every single food item around you? Is it possible to minimize bad breath even after stuffing yourself with garlic? Click to read article

Bad breath 'keeps' best in foil balloons, research suggests
July 19, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Imagine for a moment that you don't want to get rid of your bad breath. In fact, you want to keep it, even store it so you can analyze its smell later. Individuals who want to zap halitosis often turn to specialty breath fresheners that neutralize odor compounds. What do people who want to preserve bad breath do? Click to read article

Tour de France adopts veganism, ditches canker sores
July 18, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While they may not be such a big deal in the grand scheme of things, canker sores are still a pain. They can cause unpleasant oral aching, as well as serious bad breath. Recently, a U.S. professional cyclist announced that this canker sores disappeared after he switched to veganism. Click to read article

Breath mint companies duke it out in court, audience watches with bated (bad) breath
July 18, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
You may have noticed that, unlike specialty breath freshening products, many common breath mints look alike, from their packaging down to the shape and taste of the mint itself. Well, the companies that make these little tablets are well aware of this, and they have gone to court over the similarities at least once. Click to read article

Books build and bust myths about bacteria, bad breath
July 15, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Urban legends, old wives' tales and myths surround nearly everything, and bad breath is hardly an exception. The amount of information (and misinformation) out there about halitosis is nearly unfathomable, so occasionally it helps to take look in a book, as they say on Reading Rainbow. Click to read article

Robots can have bad breath too?
July 15, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Well, not exactly. But in some cases, robots and automatons can be used to simulate the dental and oral problems of humans, like bad breath. Consider the case of Hanako, the Japanese dental training dummy. Click to read article

Bad breath: a marital misfortune then and now
July 14, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Imagine for a moment that you have bad breath, and that it's hurting your marriage. Would you do something about it, and if so, what might you try? In the medieval period, married couples thought about this problem, too, and they did the best they could to overcome it. Click to read article

Which came first, bad breath or breath fresheners?
July 14, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Some people argue that before the modern era's exploding market for halitosis-treating products, the concept of bad breath didn't exist as we know it today. Essentially, such people say, with cleanliness came the notion of dirtiness. If this were so, the history of bad breath-related products would be a relatively short one. But it isn't. The evolution of halitosis treatment stretches back for millennia. Click to read article

Which is worse, a dry mouth or canker sores?
July 11, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
A dry mouth is a well known cause of bad breath, which is one reason why many people choose to brush their teeth and rinse their mouths regularly. However, an ingredient in some oral health products may lead consumers to unwittingly trade parched palates for a more painful plight. Click to read article

Bad breath detection technique is airtight
July 11, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Most of the time, when someone around you has bad breath, you become aware of it fairly quickly. The amount of airborne volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) needed to alert your nose to halitosis if fairly small. What about the amount of VSCs needed to classify bad breath in the lab? Click to read article

Detergent isn't necessary for getting rid of bad breath
July 7, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Use a typical toothpaste to treat your bad breath, and you may find that it foams pleasantly in your mouth. While this bubbling action can be entertaining and encouraging, it may be a sign that the tooth-cleaning product you use has the potential to give you canker sores. Click to read article

Chinese herbs treat bad breath, some scientists say
July 5, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Getting halitosis under control is something that some people will go to extreme lengths to achieve, even if it means abandoning tongue scrapers and oral care probiotics, which are proven to treat bad breath, for alternative remedies. Click to read article

Smoking causes bad breath, regardless of what the label does (or doesn't) say
July 5, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a series of cigarette package warning labels that list cancer, addiction, lung damage and death as potential side effects of smoking. Bad breath is not mentioned, although it may be implied in at least one of the labels' photos. Click to read article

'Whitey' Bulger, formerly described as having halitosis, is captured in California
July 1, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Having halitosis is no joke, and it has been used in more than one criminal case as one of a suspect's identifying characteristics. This is true of former mob boss James "Whitey" Bulger, who was recently captured in Santa Monica, California, after 16 years on the lam. Click to read article

What do people with and without bad breath have in common?
June 23, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
We've all had bad breath at some point, and regardless of whether it happens on a date, at work or at home, it can be mortifying. Yet, since the experience of halitosis is something we all have in common, you'd think people would share more than dirty looks when they smell someone's oral odor. Click to read article

Apples reduce bad breath...in a way
June 21, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Research has repeatedly shown that eating apples in place of processed foods entails a slew of health benefits, from improved heart health to reduced free radical damage. But do they also freshen your breath? Recent research suggests that one compound found in apples might fight halitosis, even if eating the fruit itself does not. Click to read article

Which came first, the mouthwash or the morning breath?
June 21, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Because of the extent of today's oral health industry, it can be tempting to blame a few key 19th-century innovators for the concept of halitosis. However, while the idea of manufactured need is not without its merits, bad breath long preceded humanity's desire to get rid of it. Click to read article

BLIS K12 probiotic ice cream melts away bad breath
June 20, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
When you think about what it takes to beat bad breath, ice cream may not be the first product that springs to mind. That said, New Zealand businessman Mark Scorgie believes that one day it will be, since he recently teamed up with Blis Technologies to create BLIS K12 probiotic ice cream. Click to read article

Water, toothpaste, BLIS K12 Probiotics ward off halitosis
June 16, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If you're like millions of Americans, you may regularly notice that your breath smells not-so-fresh. Having halitosis is a common enough occurrence that you'd think people would be used to it, but for the most part adults tend to find it repulsive. Fortunately, the BLIS K12 Probiotics Kit is here to help. Click to read article

BLIS M18 probiotics, similar products may dramatically improve bad breath
June 14, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Look in the aisle of any supermarket, and you are likely to find toothpastes and mouthwashes that promise to knock out bad breath. While these products may reduce oral odor in the short term - and they assuredly keep your teeth clean, which is critical for good oral health - they may not keep breath sweet over a long period of time, the way BLIS M18 oral care probiotics can. Click to read article

Bad breath occurs in all creatures great and small
June 13, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Whether you are a farmer or farm animal, a human, hog, horse or hen, you are likely to suffer from bad breath at some point in your life. One of the primary differences between livestock and those that tend to them is that the latter can at least do something about their own halitosis. Click to read article

A prime sign of gum disease? Bad breath
June 10, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Many people are aware of the dangers of gum disease, but do you know how to spot it? If your gums are red but not painful, do you have gingivitis? Questions like these have their answers on the websites of most major health authorities, many of which list bad breath as a symptom of gum disease. Click to read article

Why do pets get bad breath?
June 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Though not all animals' breath has a noticeable odor, house pets occasionally suffer from halitosis. While the biggest offenders seem to be dogs and cats, humans are not far behind when it comes to oral odor. Click to read article

Smokers' salivary glands dry up, bad breath ensues
June 9, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Ask someone why smoking causes bad breath, and you will probably hear a litany of answers - the smoke leaves residue on the tongue, smoking leads to tooth decay, tobacco use increases the risk of gingivitis and periodontal disease. Now, new research points to another way that smoking can leave your mouth smelling funky. Click to read article

Worldwide anti-smoking day may have put a dent in bad breath
June 8, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Smokers are typically aware that their habit can cause bad breath, as well as increasing the risk of gingivitis, tooth decay and a host of other less-than-desirable oral conditions. In order to encourage people to cut back or quit, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently held its annual World No Tobacco Day. Click to read article

Brits need to bump up their bad breath-fighting routine, survey says
June 6, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Having halitosis is something that crosses national, ethnic and even continental boundaries. Recently, people in the UK proved that their oral health habits are as lackadaisical as their American cousins', when a significant portion of Britons reported doing little to clean their teeth or fight bad breath. Click to read article

When it comes to treating bad breath, soap isn't the answer
June 3, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Almost everyone is familiar with the situation, if only from seeing it in movies. A child uses foul language; a mother makes them wash their mouth out with soap. This begs the question, why don't we clean our mouths with soap instead of toothpaste? Can soap treat bad breath? Click to read article

Ultimate fighter says halitosis helps him knock people out
June 1, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Having bad breath often means using a toothbrush, dental floss, a tongue scraper or a specialty breath freshening product to knock out anaerobic bacteria. However, seasoned fighters occasionally use - or at least joke about using - halitosis to knock out their opponents. Click to read article

Mexican food chains spread, bad breath comes along for the ride
May 25, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
A paper released by RNCOS Industry Research Solutions indicates that the Mexican food industry has grown - and, presumably, that thousands of satisfied Americans leave such restaurants with bad breath. Click to read article

I can has halitosis?: Cats get bad breath, too
May 24, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Even though dogs are typically the first pets to be accused of having halitosis, cats are just as prone to bad breath, according to Your News Now, a subsidiary of the TWEAN News Channel of Syracuse. Click to read article

Dr. Oz explains how periodontal disease causes bad breath, and worse
May 24, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Periodontal disease is a more extreme version of gingivitis, and if you have this condition, you can suffer from bad breath, tooth loss and even cardiovascular disease, according to an animated clip created for the Dr. Oz Show. Click to read article

Clubbers trade one kind of halitosis for another
May 20, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you don't miss the days when people could court bad breath by smoking indoors, including in bars, restaurants and night clubs, you're probably not alone. However, a recent study has revealed that statewide bans of smoking in clubs has led to an unintended consequence - namely, that it's much easier to smell clubbers' body odor now. Click to read article

Talk about chronic bad breath...
May 19, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While studies conflict as to whether marijuana smoke is any more or less harmful than that of cigarettes, one thing is for sure: cannabis use causes bad breath. Individuals who think otherwise may consider using a specialty breath freshening rinse, not to mention avoiding all illegal drugs. Click to read article

Milk can cause bad breath in two distinct ways
May 16, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Though the term may sound exotic or made up, "milk breath" is a very real condition, one that your nose usually recognizes instantly. It is caused by dairy products, and can come about in two separate ways. Click to read article

Why bad breath? Because your mouth has more bacteria than a toilet seat
May 16, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While halitosis can occasionally seem like a biblical affliction or a karmic punishment, most researchers will tell you that oral odor boils down to one primary cause - bacteria. The reason oral care probiotics work so well is that they replace the source of bad breath itself. Click to read article

Having a cold can make bad breath worse
May 13, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Some causes of halitosis occur so regularly in our lives that we hardly give them a second thought. Dry mouth, pungent food, poor dental hygiene and morning breath are just a few of the things that can give you bad breath on a daily basis. Rarer causes of oral odor included illnesses, like the common cold. Click to read article

Mosquitoes home in on halitosis and foot odor
May 12, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
As much as we'd all like to avoid the plague of mosquitoes that seems to attend many summertime camping trips, it may not happen this year, or any other year. Recent research has confirmed that the little blood suckers home in on bad breath, as well as foot odor, which is one reason why people with halitosis may wish to try an oral care probiotics kit. Click to read article

Tooth twigs may improve bad breath, but certainly don't cure it
May 12, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you're familiar with Islam, you may have heard of a miswak, a small tooth-cleaning stick that has been touted as an effective way to prevent plaque buildup and to cure halitosis. While the former has been proven by a number of studies, the latter is just so much exaggeration, which a new study confirms. Click to read article

Super smelly ferment-tastic kimchi halitosis
May 11, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Bad breath is a problem that spans continents, oceans, cultures and time periods. If you think you've got it bad, just remember that the majority of humans on this planet have suffered from halitosis, too. Take South Korea, where Reuters recently reported that researchers are looking to solve the problem of bad breath by way of a genetically modified apple. Click to read article

What would you rather talk about than bad breath?
May 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
When it comes to topics that are taboo in polite conversation, bad breath often ranks near the top, even though the vast majority of adults have, or have suffered from, it. Even among non-grata issues between friends, halitosis often takes the cake. Click to read article

Why don't people tell each other they have bad breath?
May 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It's been a problem for as long as bad breath has, and today it's likely no better than it was thousands of years ago. Most people have terrible difficulty telling a friend, a co-worker or even a loved one that they have halitosis. Why is this so? There are any number of reasons, but what most of them have in common is the sometimes misguided need to spare another's feelings. Click to read article

Researchers hope that specially bred apples will mute bad breath
May 9, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Many people delight in quick fixes for health conditions, which is one reason why Blis K-12 Probiotic Kits are so popular. However, while many oral care probiotic products have been shown to decrease halitosis, other methods of busting bad breath have yet to be proven, including the so-called "kiss apple." Click to read article

Be bold and benevolent about bad breath
May 6, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Nearly everyone has been in the situation, and it can be excruciating. Telling someone that they have bad breath is not news that most people prefer to deliver, just as it's a rare day that someone wants to hear it. Nevertheless, being open and honest about a friend's halitosis is just as important as treating it, since one naturally precedes the other. Click to read article

Folks in Peru have bad breath, too
May 5, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While it may sometimes escape your attention, bad breath is not something that just afflicts smelly co-workers, odiferous bus mates and blind dates. Halitosis is a common problem nearly everywhere in the world, and news organizations like to make much of this fact, which can certainly be reassuring. Click to read article

Bacteria are the basis for almost all bad breath
May 4, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Since almost all oral odor originates in a biofilm that coats the tongue and palate, using an oral care probiotic product can be a good idea when you have halitosis. Recently, a group of dental health experts explored the causes, both oral and extra-oral, of bad breath. Click to read article

Why does smoking cause bad breath?
May 3, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Is there a special reason that smoking tobacco causes halitosis? Yes, there is - in fact, there are several reasons why people who smoke are far more likely to suffer from a particular type oral odor called, what else, smoker's breath. Click to read article

Cancer survivor says onion breath was small price to pay for survival
May 2, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Of the many species of halitosis, onion breath is one of the most recognizable. Along with coffee breath, garlic breath and smoker's breath, it is hard to mistake the smell of raw onions on the air an individual breathes out. However, one Irish citizen has reported actually courting bad breath in the pursuit of better health. Click to read article

Halitosis: What it is, who has it and what to do about it
April 27, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Taking care of your halitosis can be difficult if you don't know its causes. Given the sheer number of forms that bad breath comes in - garlic breath, morning breath, coffee breath, smoker's breath, alcohol breath and many more - it's little wonder that some people have no idea where to begin treating their oral odor. Fortunately, researchers are making inroads into the condition's causes and treatments. Click to read article

Getting rid of bad breath isn't always difficult, or expensive
April 26, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While at times it may seem like effectively treating bad breath is impossible, that doesn't mean that it is. The use of a few simple oral health products - chief among them being toothbrushes, tongue scrapers and specialty breath freshening rinses - can reduce halitosis and breath-related stress at the same time, without relieving one's wallet of too much cash. Click to read article

Institute says managers should manage their bad breath
April 25, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Supervising a team of employees can be a challenging endeavor, and having halitosis can make such a position twice as tough. When it comes to striking a balance between being friendly and firm, responsible and respected, bad breath can have one's workers avoiding all attempts at interpersonal communication. Click to read article

UK organization uses humor to battle bad breath
April 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It can be easy to forget that bad breath is a common indicator of poor dental health. The most effective oral cleansing regimens, like brushing and flossing, may fall by the wayside when one's daily work or school schedule gets hectic. To encourage people to visit the dentist, a British government agency recently released a public health announcement that focuses on a Twilight-like vampire with halitosis. Click to read article

Bad breath diagnoses have come a long way in a century
April 21, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you're shy when it comes to asking your physician or dentist about halitosis, it may help to know that diagnosing bad breath used to be a much more involved - and in all likelihood, embarrassing - process than it is now. Click to read article

Scientists prove the obvious: Tonsil stones smell terrible
April 20, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Bad breath almost always issues from the mouth, especially from the tongue, teeth and palate. However, from the back of the throat - a location whose inclusion in "the mouth" is up to you - a small, natural, pearl-like formation can ratchet up mild halitosis into a serious case of oral odor. Click to read article

Certain diets may give bad breath a big boost
April 20, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Consuming pungent foods like garlic, onions, smoked fish or asparagus can give people a powerful case of halitosis, but ultimately the residue from these foods can be scrubbed away or rinsed out with a specialty breath freshener. Diets can get truly halitosis-inducing, though, is when they advocate skipping entire food groups. Click to read article

Dental hygienists can do their part to battle bad breath
April 19, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It is hard to argue that smoking does not cause bad breath, since numerous studies have shown that it does. The American Dental Association states unequivocally that using tobacco can cause halitosis, stained teeth, gingivitis and periodontal disease. It also recommends asking a dentist for tips on how to quit. Click to read article

Bad breath can practically smell like death
April 18, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Having halitosis is no picnic, particularly once you are told what your breath smells like. The most common compound scenting bad breath is hydrogen sulfide - the chemical that gives rotten eggs their unmistakable odor - but another putrid molecule, cadaverine, appears in bad breath in significant quantities as well. Click to read article

Charcoal kills bad breath? Old halitosis remedy is unappetizing
April 15, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While halitosis is as prevalent as ever, its treatment has been optimized and in some cases made less unpleasant over the past century. Today, people with bad breath generally need look no further than a bottle of specialty breath freshening rinse or an oral care probiotic kit. One hundred years ago, however, things were a little different. Click to read article

Kippers kick bad breath into high gear
April 14, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Certain foods and beverages are known for their ability to cause bad breath. These include garlic, onions, milk, coffee and savory meats. However, one food product that has gone into decline in the U.S. - the kipper snack - used to be on the minds and breath of countless Americans. Click to read article

Dogs and humans often get bad breath for the same reason
April 14, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
The myth that dogs have cleaner mouths than humans is fairly persistent, but one whiff of a canine's bad breath may be enough to convince you that it isn't true. Halitosis is caused by bacteria, among other things. Click to read article

In the fight against halitosis, probiotics had a great year
April 11, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
From specialty breath freshening rinses to odor-neutralizing tablets, a number of ways to knock out bad breath are available for the individuals who need them. One of the most cutting-edge methods of fighting halitosis is oral care probiotics, a system of bacterial replacement that can muscle out oral odor quite effectively. Click to read article

Bad breath can undercut authority
April 8, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Having halitosis is no picnic, and having it used against you in an argument or a struggle for authority can be especially embarrassing. Many individuals with bad breath choose to use specialty breath fresheners into order to lessen their oral odor and to give others others less to comment on during a verbal debate. Click to read article

What gives bad breath its smell? The chemistry of halitosis
April 7, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Apparently, few things can ruin the chemistry between two people more effectively than the chemistry of bad breath. Fortunately, scientists are working on what exactly causes halitosis, as well as which chemicals cause the odors of special kinds of halitosis. Click to read article

Bad breath from coffee can ruin romantic moments
April 6, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Coffee is a popular beverage in the U.S., which means that coffee-related halitosis is a problem for numerous adults. Americans drink more than 146 billion cups of the stuff every year, according to the Coffee Statistics Report. This flood of java puts millions of mouths at risk for bad breath. Click to read article

Most mints, even kosher ones, put little more than a dent in bad breath
April 6, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Chewing a breath mint is a common way to try to get rid of halitosis, often when a toothbrush or specialty breath freshening rinse is unavailable. For those who eat kosher meals, the New York Post reports that kosher mints have recently become available, although the ability of most mints to eliminate bad breath is negligible. Click to read article

Aloe vera reduces bad breath?
April 5, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Plenty of natural foods and compounds are good for your oral and dental health. These include fibrous plants that can scrub away some food particles and plaque during chewing, spices that are naturally sweet-smelling, and probiotic yogurts. But using aloe vera to treat bad breath? Click to read article

Milk causes bad breath in several ways
April 4, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Drinking milk is good for bone and skin health, but it rarely does breath any good. A glass of milk can cause a very distinct form of halitosis, often called "milk breath." However, beyond this common ailment, dairy products may cause bad breath through the less common route of lactose intolerance. Click to read article

Probiotics may crowd out halitosis-causing bacteria
April 1, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
When it comes to treating bad breath, it's almost always about the bacteria in your mouth. Most chronic halitosis comes not so much from smelly foods - though that's a common cause - as from microbes which feast on those foods. Getting rid of those microorganisms may require an oral care probiotic approach. Click to read article

Emirati commuters hate bad breath
March 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Riding to work, whether in a car or on public transit, can be made that much worse when a fellow commuter has bad breath. In the United Arab Emirates, where a Regus poll finds that the average commute is 27 minutes long, halitosis is one of the major stress factors reported by drivers and train and bus passengers, according to TradeArabia News Service. Click to read article

Bad breath permeates the movies
March 21, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It's a message that many people have gotten over the years, be it from other people's body language, their choice of words or even the direct statement itself - you have bad breath. Halitosis, and the urge to inform someone that they have it, is so common that it regularly makes its way into the movies. Click to read article

Bad breath marks criminals
March 17, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Though it is not exactly standard operating procedure in a jailhouse lineup, more than a few criminals have been busted based on bad breath. Recently, an all-points-bulletin was released in Southern California for an attacker whose identifying features included halitosis. Click to read article

Yogurt, probiotics can reduce bad breath
March 14, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Bad breath is sometimes not simply the smell of food particles in the mouth. The odor of halitosis is largely the result of bacterial growth on the tongue, teeth and palate. These microbes give off foul-smelling compounds as a byproduct of their digestion. Other than brushing and flossing, though, what can be done to minimize these bacteria? Click to read article

Garlic has health benefits, except for the halitosis it causes
March 11, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Anyone who has eat a significant amount of raw or cooked garlic knows that the foodstuff can cause serious halitosis. On the other hand, those who keep up with medical news know that garlic reportedly has many health benefits, the latest of which is the prevention of cardiomyopathy. Click to read article

The Swiss get bad breath, too, you know
March 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Even though is is one of the richest countries in the world per capita, with some of the highest measured quality of life around, Switzerland still wrangles with halitosis just like every other nation. You may feel that the wealthy Swiss think that their breath doesn't stink. Au contraire, they know it does, and they have conducted studies to prove it. Click to read article

'Dancing on Ice' judge makes crack about bad breath
March 7, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Insults about breath can cut deep, particularly if they are intentionally personal attacks. Regardless of what they are, though, few individuals enjoy being told they have halitosis, especially during an argument. A recent example of this principle occurred on the British television show Dancing on Ice. Click to read article

Halitosis-fighting patent medicine has unusual labelling history
March 4, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Not all bad breath treatments are created equal. While some effectively neutralize the volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) created by oral bacteria, others simply mask the scent. Still others claim to address secondary issues, like pulmonary or digestive problems. A patent medicine popular in the 1920s for treating digestive constriction ran into an unusual marketing problem in the '30s. Click to read article

Physicians have an odd way of measuring bad breath
March 3, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
How do you know when you have bad breath? Generally, you or someone you know smells it - though it is often a safe bet to just assume you have it. After all, an article in the Journal of Dental research estimates that at least half of all Americans have halitosis. But how do doctors know when you have bad breath? They use several methods, not all of which sound pleasant. Click to read article

Bad breath can reek of alcohol
March 3, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Even though it may not seem like a high priority at the time, being drunk can lead to very powerful halitosis. Individuals caught driving while intoxicated often have to blow their breath into a breathalyzer. Just this week, singer Christina Aguilera and her boyfriend Matt Rutler were arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated, TMZ reports. Click to read article

Bad breath prevents dog from finding home
March 1, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While it is a chronic problem for millions of humans, bad breath can also take a toll on man's best friend. According to an article in the UK Daily Mail, a rescued greyhound in Essex has been overlooked by more than 300 potential owners for one simple reason - he has halitosis. Click to read article

TV hosts discuss bad breath on The Talk
February 24, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It can be difficult to think of a discreet way to tell a friend, co-worker or family member that they have bad breath. For some reason, many people in that situation have difficulty balancing honesty with tact. Based on a recently posted clip from CBS, TV personality Sharon Osborne does not appear to have this problem. Click to read article

Spicy foods can leave breath with more than a hint of halitosis
February 24, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Hot sauce, curry, spices and hot food can really give a meal a kick, but afterward you may end up suffering from hours of halitosis, indigestion and heartburn. Click to read article

Yoga exercises involve huffing bad breath in and out, in and out
February 23, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Many yoga disciplines teach breathing methods designed to induce a state of calm or focus in the breather, but these techniques may have an unforeseen side effect. In an enclosed space, deep breathing can recirculate odor molecules from halitosis throughout the room. Click to read article

Not all rinses get rid of bad breath
February 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Rinses designed to combat bad breath are not what they used to be. While today specialty breath fresheners exist to knock out halitosis immediately, the history of mouthwashes and rinses is littered with ideas that, in retrospect, sound eccentric. Click to read article

Peanut butter breath has little to recommend it
February 22, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Bad breath caused by peanut butter is instantly recognizable, and if you have it, you're likely to instantly put friends and co-workers off their lunch. However, peanut butter breath is not likely to disappear any time soon. More than 90 percent of Americans have eaten a jar of the halitosis-causing paste in the past year, according to the National Peanut Board's Consumer Attitudes Tracking Study. Click to read article

Halitosis could be a big problem in space
February 18, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Every country has restrictions that it places on applicants to its spaceflight programs, and these occasionally include halitosis. Click to read article

Justin Bieber eats nachos, courts bad breath
February 17, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Going to the movies can be an enjoyable way to spend an evening and an efficient way to get halitosis. At the recent premier of a film documenting his life, recording artists Justin Bieber was spotted buying nachos and a Slush Puppy beverage, according to Ok! Magazine. Click to read article

Garlic in abundance can leave breath smelling terrible
February 17, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Even in the smallest amounts, garlic can leave the pungent smell of halitosis on the breath. In large amounts, its odor can be overpowering. This year, the 12th Annual South Cariboo Garlic Festival promises to offer the bulb in abundance. Click to read article

Etiquette experts lay out how to break the news of bad breath
February 16, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It's a rare day when a stranger will tell you that you have bad breath. It may be uncommon because it is so difficult to do. In spite of, or even because of, that difficulty, etiquette experts recommend telling someone when they have halitosis - albeit in a gentle way. Click to read article

Stuck in an elevator with bad breath
February 16, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Whether you're alone or stuck next to someone else on a long elevator ride, halitosis can be tough to take. Enclosed spaces naturally encourage the nose to detect bad breath, since very little air is being recirculated. Click to read article

Cartoon highlights foods that commonly cause bad breath
February 15, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Spongebob Squarepants, a cartoon that has addressed everything from swearing to weightlifting to ninja-fighting, is no stranger to the topic of halitosis. An episode that originally aired on Nickelodeon in 2000 dealt with bad breath and the consequences of eating aromatic foods. Click to read article

Marlon Wayans discusses bad breath in interview
February 15, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
In a recent appearance on the Fox News Channel, comedian Marlon Wayans discussed the effects of bad breath with the hosts of the network's morning wake-up show, Fox and Friends. Click to read article

Bad breath is rampant in the U.S.
February 14, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Estimates may vary, but it is hard to argue with the simple truth - millions of Americans have halitosis. Up to 90 million people in the U.S. have bad breath, according to CNN. Click to read article

Bad breath can make a Valentine's Day date take a nosedive
February 11, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Rarely is it as important to eliminate bad breath as it is on Valentine's Day. Other than getting caught under the mistletoe, there is hardly another holiday tradition as kiss-oriented as going on a date on February 14. While fresh breath may not make you the world's best kisser, halitosis could make you seem like the worst. Click to read article

Old anecdotes address bad breath with humor
February 10, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Having bad breath can make a person the subject of scorn or the butt of jokes. No wonder that so many ancient and Victorian anecdotes concern themselves with halitosis. Click to read article

Bad breath may sour chances of promotion, survey says
February 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Having halitosis at work can put employees in a difficult spot. How do you tell a co-worker or your boss that they have bad breath? What if you have it yourself? What can that do to your career? According to nearly half of those surveyed by the British Dental Association (BDA), having bad breath can lower your odds of getting a promotion. Click to read article

Different foods can cause bad breath, particularly in excess
February 9, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
To help convey the power of varieties of oral odor like garlic breath or onion breath, below are a few records selected from the International Federation of Competitive Eating, along with explanations of how each food causes bad breath. Click to read article

Pentagon once planned 'halitosis bomb'
February 8, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It sounds like the stuff of fiction, but for several years it was slated to be a cold, hard, smelly fact. Research conducted in 1994 at the Air Force's Wright Laboratory in Dayton, Ohio, indicates that at one point, the U.S. Armed Forces were considering a "halitosis bomb," a form of non-lethal weaponry that would cause unmistakable bad breath in those exposed to it. Click to read article

Columnist advises inquirer on breaking the news of bad breath
February 8, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It is not always easy to tell some that they have bad breath. In many cases, social boundaries can make it feel nearly impossible, particularly when it is a stranger who is afflicted. However, even telling a loved one can be difficult. The Charlotte Observer's advice column Ask Amy recently told a wife how to break it to her husband that he has halitosis. Click to read article

Children's TV science show explains bad breath
February 4, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It can be easy to lose a sense of proportion when thinking about the causes of halitosis. While oral odor is tangible - or smellable - enough, its causes go largely unseen on the tongue and in the throat. Fortunately, an online video clip taken from the children's educational program Beakman's World puts bad breath in perspective. Click to read article

Reality show demonstrates that sweets can lead to halitosis
February 4, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It is common knowledge that certain savory or pungent foods can cause bad breath. Coffee, onions, garlic, leeks and certain meats can leave an odor in the mouth that rigorous brushing may not remedy. However, even sweet foods can contribute to bad breath, as an episode of the reality television show Flavor of Love demonstrated. Click to read article

Halitosis contains volatile gases
February 3, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
When you have bad breath, the odor that comes from your mouth and nose is not just the smell of undigested food or dead cells. It is not only the smell of mucus or post-nasal drip, either. Much of the odor of halitosis comes from volatile gases produced by microbes in your mouth. Click to read article

In the Talmud, bad breath is a major no-no
February 2, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Oral health experts at Tel Aviv University have said that the Talmud considers halitosis a "major disability." This Jewish text records the discussions of ancient rabbis concerning social interactions, ethics and Jewish customs, as well as later discussions about those discussions. Evidently, they expelled plenty of breath decrying bad breath. Click to read article

Bad breath can appear at a young age
February 1, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While halitosis is often associated with aging, that doesn't mean you can't have it as a child. A parenting advice column in the Queensland Courier Mail has recommended monitoring a child's oral health habits and being wary of bad breath-causing illnesses. Click to read article

Chemists pinpoint compounds that give cigar breath its smell
January 31, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
One of the more pungent varieties of smoking-related halitosis is cigar breath, which many people may be able to recognize immediately. Recently, a group of chemists identified the chemicals that give this species of bad breath its particular funk. Click to read article

One in five Germans has halitosis
January 28, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While many Americans suffer from bad breath, the citizens of other countries are not doing much better. According to the foreign news service Der Standard, one in five Germans has "mundgeruch," or halitosis. Click to read article

Mickey Rourke reportedly has bad breath
January 28, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
You thought you had it bad at work. MSN New Zealand reports that crew members who work with actor Mickey Rourke admit to having to hold their breath around him because his is so bad. Along with strong body odor, Rourke evidently has very bad breath. Click to read article

Halitosis-causing oral bacteria can be hard to reach, eliminate
January 26, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Most bad breath is caused by oral microbes, but these flora are not necessarily easy to get rid of. Even after using common mouthwash, they may quickly reappear and begin creating oral odor all over again. Click to read article

Periodontist suggests ways to check for bad breath
January 26, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Because the mouth and nasal passages are connected to one another, it can be difficult to notice when you have bad breath. To overcome this situation, a dental health expert on NY1 News recommended several methods for detecting halitosis. Click to read article

Chewing gum: bad breath cure or cause?
January 26, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While many chewing gum brands guarantee fresher breath and sometimes even cleaner teeth, few products live up to this promise. For the most part, chewing gum merely gives halitosis-causing oral bacteria something to chew on themselves. Click to read article

Woman's bad breath astonishes Dr. Oz
January 25, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
On a new television show on the Oprah Winfrey Network, one woman's chronic bad breath shocked even neurosurgeon and television host Dr. Oz, as seen in a video clip posted by E! Online. Click to read article

Oral probiotics may have positive effect on bad breath
January 19, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Bad breath rarely seems to go away completely. Whether it originates in the mouth, nose or gut, oral odor is often caused by undesirable and even unhealthy bacteria. An increasing number of healthcare professionals are beginning to recommend oral probiotic supplements as a way to rid the body of the microorganisms that cause halitosis. Click to read article

Bad breath can be caused by, and visible in, the cold
January 18, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
During winter, it may not be easy to smell when you have bad breath, even though you can often see it steaming in front of you. A recent article in Slate lamented that the computer-generated steam coming out of the actors mouths in the film The Social Network was visually unbelievable. Its accuracy notwithstanding, the film highlighted a common cause of bad breath - cold weather. Click to read article

Company handbook prohibits garlic breath, onion breath
January 18, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Co-workers with chronic halitosis can be a nightmare to deal with, particularly if they are your superior. Often, there is virtually no socially acceptable way to inform them, short of an anonymous greeting card. Possibly to remedy this very situation, one Swiss company recently banned bad breath in its employee handbook, according to the UK Daily Mail. Click to read article

Celebrity diets may cause bad breath
January 17, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Health authorities in the UK have stated that extreme celebrity diets may not only be bad for the body but also for the breath. According to the British Dietetic Association (BDA), reducing your caloric intake to a regimen based solely on protein, cabbage or even baby food can give your breath a tinge of halitosis. Click to read article

E-cigarettes, nicotine may still cause bad breath
January 14, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
A relatively new tobacco product on the market called the e-cigarette is often claimed to reduce nearly all the negative side effects of smoking, including cancers, lung disease and bad breath. Virtually none of these health claims have been verified. And while e-cigarettes take the smoke out of smoking, they do not remove the nicotine, which may still cause halitosis. Click to read article

Dental authority says halitosis may point to oral disease
January 13, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Among its health topics pages, the American Dental Association (ADA) lists "bad breath (halitosis)" as a significant oral care problem. The nationally recognized dental health organization runs through some of the conditions that bad breath indicates, and suggests treating the cause but not the symptom. Click to read article

Tongue scraping reduces but can't eliminate bad breath
January 13, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Many of the bacteria that cause bad breath live where it is difficult to reach them - the tongue. Although you can vigorously brush your tongue when you brush your teeth, there is no guarantee that this will eliminate the millions of germs that live there. However, a tongue scraper can get at some, though not all, of those microorganisms responsible for your halitosis. Click to read article

Smoking, chewing tobacco contribute to bad breath in many ways
January 13, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Smoker's breath, a form of halitosis caused by tobacco use, is not simply caused by the presence of smoke particles on the tongue and teeth. According to a number of hospitals, tobacco can create bad breath in a multitude of ways. Click to read article

The origin and evolution of "halitosis"
January 12, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While bad breath has existed as long as there have been mouths to produce it and noses to detect it, the idea that it comes from specific causes and should be taken seriously is fairly recent. The word "halitosis" was coined in 1874, and dental researchers and oral health experts have been refining its causes ever since. Click to read article

Age can cause bad breath
January 11, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While wine gets better with age, breath unfortunately tends to get worse. There are multiple causes of age-related halitosis, many of which are difficult to avoid. However, treating bad breath caused by ageing is relatively simple. Click to read article

Gum manufacturer invents halitosis awareness organization
January 11, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you didn't know that halitosis can be a serious problem, a not-so-serious television ad campaign may soon remind you. Chewing gum maker Dentyne has announced its newest marketing creation - the Safe Breath Alliance (SBA), an imaginary organization dedicated to raising awareness of bad breath. Click to read article

Researchers say one bacterium responsible for most halitosis
January 10, 2011 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Biological physicists at the University of Buffalo's School of Medicine reported that a strain of bacteria that emits volatile sulfur compounds may be the cause of a significant amount of human halitosis. Click to read article

Emmy Rossum says co-star intentionally cultivates bad breath
January 10, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Actress Emmy Rossum recently revealed that Justin Chatwin, her co-star on the TV series "Shameless," often intentionally eats bad breath-causing foods in order to play pranks on her. Click to read article

Technology may soon detect amphetamines on bad breath
January 6, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
If you abuse illegal drugs, additional compounds can be found there, and technology now exists to detect them in bad breath. Click to read article

Personal trainers often hate bad breath
January 4, 2011 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Personal trainers have a lot to dislike about gym members - their vanity, their lack of commitment, their complaining - but one of the most offensive characteristics of gym clients is that they can have bad breath, according to the Phoenix New Times. Click to read article

Milk may neutralize garlic breath, study finds
December 30, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Recent research has suggested that drinking milk with a meal containing garlic may reduce the amount of volatile sulfur compounds that remain in the mouth and stomach. Click to read article

Bad breath may be used to diagnose illnesses, experts say
December 30, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Have halitosis? Technology currently in development may one day be able to diagnose diseases based on little more than a modified version of the breathalyzer test. Click to read article

Insects’ detection of mammalian bad breath helps them survive, study says
December 29, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Recent research has shown that aphids can smell bad breath in time to avoid being eaten. Click to read article

Lasers may treat one source of bad breath
December 27, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Everyone wants to zap their bad breath away, and a relatively conservative medical procedure may let you do just that. Called laser cryptolosis, it is a treatment that eliminates a potent source of halitosis - cryptic tonsils. Click to read article

Chlorine dioxide neutralizes bad breath
December 21, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Many dental care items claim to eliminate the odors associated with halitosis, but for the most part they cannot bust the smell at its source. Of course, maintaining good oral hygiene is key to keeping breath bearable, but it isn’t everything. Specialty breath fresheners that use stabilized chlorine dioxide may bridge the gap between bearable and truly fresh. Click to read article

References to bad breath date back millennia
December 20, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Oral odor has been mentioned for centuries in historical records, philosophical tracts and even the Bible. Click to read article

Dental visits are a low priority, surveys find
December 16, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
A recent survey found that one third of British women have not visited the dentist in year or more. Click to read article

Cardamom may help bad breath, but is no cure
December 15, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
As the holidays approach, there are many ways to integrate cardamom and other herbs and spices into your diet, potentially muting your bad breath. Organic Authority, an online resource for naturally grown foods, recommends adding cardamom to mulled cider in order to keep halitosis at bay. Click to read article

Bad breath is rarely in your head
December 15, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
At times it can be difficult to tell if you really have bad breath. You may detect an odor coming from your mouth but be unsure if what you smell is really there. Breathing into your palm is an unreliable way to check for halitosis, and asking a stranger is usually out of the question. Could it all be in your head? With a few rare exceptions, it is likely that you are not hallucinating and that you do have bad breath. Click to read article

Fighting bad breath beats holding it back
December 14, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Sometimes it’s tempting to hold your breath when you have severe halitosis, but how long can you reasonably expect to hold it? The New Zealand Herald reported that William Trubridge, a world record-holding free-diver, recently became the first human to dive to 100 meters, or 328 feet, on one breath of air, without assistance. Even professionals like Trubridge can’t hold back bad breath forever. Click to read article

Neti pots may not improve post-nasal drip, bad breath
December 13, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
In winter, bad breath caused by post-nasal drip can go from moderate to extreme. Seasonal colds, flus and sinus infections may cause an increase in nasal mucus and add a tinge of halitosis to every breath you take. The neti pot, a common sinus-clearing tool, may ease the drip but is not likely to improve your bad breath. Click to read article

As concerns about bad breath go, so go halimeter sales
December 13, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
When are Americans most concerned about bad breath? Is there a season in which you are the most likely to seek diagnosis and treatment for your halitosis? Industry experts say that, if halimeter sales have anything to do with it, then the holidays are when yearly concerns about bad breath reach their peak. Click to read article

Halitosis can ruin a holiday flight for everyone
December 9, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Holiday air travelers often have a choice between two evils - window or middle seat, chicken or fish, full-body scan or patdown - but when it comes to bad breath on a long flight, everyone has to suffer. A poll of AOL Lemondrop readers determined that body odor and bad breath are two of the most irritating qualities in a fellow passenger. Click to read article

Study: Cavities, if not bad breath, may soon become extinct
December 9, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Researchers at the University of Groningen have mapped the protein that allows halitosis-causing plaque to stick to teeth. Armed with such knowledge, dental professionals may soon develop products that prevent plaque, and thus cavities, from ever forming in your mouth. Bad breath will still exist, but it’s a step forward. Click to read article

Gingivitis may spoil Christmas kisses
December 8, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
According to Dentistry Magazine, getting blown off under the mistletoe may mean something more than bad breath is at work. The culprit could be gum disease, which can cause halitosis and do serious oral damage. Click to read article

Bad breath can be preserved for centuries
December 8, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Halitosis can be a problem as long as you live. Bacteria grow in the mouth, particularly when it is dry or filled with food particles, and give off sulfuric odor compounds. But it isn’t an issue after you’re gone - except in the case of Thomas Edison, who preserved his bad breath for posterity. Click to read article

Kids have halitosis, too
December 7, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Bad breath certainly isn’t limited to adults, dogs and cats. Children may have halitosis for any number of reasons, the most common of which are listed below. Click to read article

Wu-Tang Clan rapper tweets about bad breath
December 7, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Rapper Dennis Coles, better known as Ghostface Killah of the Wu-Tang Clan, recently sent 12 messages in 10 minutes about bad breath via Twitter. His advice ranged from the common to the inadvisable to the just plain weird. Here’s the breakdown. Click to read article

Wu-Tang Clan rapper tweets about bad breath
December 7, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Rapper Dennis Coles, better known as Ghostface Killah of the Wu-Tang Clan, recently sent 12 messages in 10 minutes about bad breath via Twitter. His advice ranged from the common to the inadvisable to the just plain weird. Here’s the breakdown. Click to read article

Breath mints cause bad breath as often as they treat it
December 6, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It’s easy to be pulled in by breath mints when you have bad breath. Oral odor can make you extremely self-conscious, and breath mints seem to offer an immediate cure. “Seem to” is the operative phrase, because most breath mints are ineffective. Click to read article

Many mouthwashes may dry the mouth
December 6, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
People concerned about their bad breath often take recourse in a “good” mouthwash, meaning one that has a high alcohol concentration and leaves the mouth smelling minty or like cinnamon. The problem with many products marketed as bacteria-killers and breath-fresheners is that they can easily dry out your mouth. Click to read article

Marijuana use can cause halitosis
December 6, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
In a recent review of Syn, a synthesized marijuana substitute that is due to be pulled from shelves in a month, The Pitch mentioned that the substance “tastes sour and smells like halitosis.” The remark is pretty apt, because smoking any sort of marijuana can give you strong, persistent bad breath. Click to read article

Holiday foods are likely to ruin your breath
December 6, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Christmas is the time to celebrate friends and family, to give gifts and to get bad breath. Here is a list of a few foods and beverages that are almost guaranteed to put a bad smell in your mouth even as they leave a good taste. Click to read article

Survey: bad breath is biggest turn-off on a first date
December 6, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
A survey conducted by Philips Sonicare found that oral hygiene is easier in theory than in practice. It also determined that bad breath is the most common turn-off on a first date. Click to read article

Social cues may indicate bad breath
December 6, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If you are out in public and begin to suspect you have bad breath, what can you do? Click to read article

Holiday foods are likely to ruin your breath
December 6, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Christmas is the time to celebrate friends and family, to give gifts and to get bad breath. Here is a list of a few foods and beverages that are almost guaranteed to put a bad smell in your mouth even as they leave a good taste. Click to read article

Survey: bad breath is biggest turn-off on a first date
December 6, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
A survey conducted by Philips Sonicare found that oral hygiene is easier in theory than in practice. It also determined that bad breath is the most common turn-off on a first date. Click to read article

To test breathalyzers, bad breath can be created in test tubes
December 3, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While it’s easy enough to create bad breath in your own mouth - sleeping with your mouth open or taking a swig of alcohol can do the trick - it is more difficult to do it in a laboratory. Germany’s National Institute for Physical and Technical Sciences, however, has got it down to an art form, creating bad breath in the lab as a way to more accurately test breathalyzers. Click to read article

Halitosis may mimic other bodily odors
December 3, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Often enough, bad breath is instantly recognizable as bad breath. The sour or rotten odor associated with hydrogen sulfide, a byproduct of the metabolism of oral bacteria, can quickly tip off any nose to halitosis. But occasionally, the smell of your breath can imitate other odors, potentially leading to some confusion. Click to read article

Leslie Nielsen quotes deal with bad breath
December 3, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Actor Leslie Nielsen, who died on November 28, had a long list of movie roles than touched on nearly everything: space travel, sinking ships, vampirism, detectives, lovers’ revenger, you name it. Here are a few quotes of his that relate to bad breath because - as the website PopMatters recently pointed out - true Nielsen fans know he could hold his breath for a long, long time. Click to read article

Reality-show celebrities smell all over
December 3, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
The latest challenge on the show I’m a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! involved bugs, stagnant water and excrement. From the look of some of the contestants, their body odor isn’t so hot, and considering the amount and kind of food they eat, they probably have very bad breath, too. Click to read article

Unusual causes of bad breath
December 2, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While most people are aware of the common agents of halitosis - savory foods, smoking, sleeping with the mouth open, dry mouth - some of the rarer causes may fly under the radar. If you’ve experienced bad breath when it seems there couldn’t possibly be a reason, consider the causes below. Click to read article

When it comes to bad breath, songwriters don’t hold back
December 2, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Songs can say a lot. In just a few bars, musicians can cover topic like love, hate, fear, anger, envy, joy and even bad breath. Below are a few songs that famously touch on the touchy subject of halitosis. Click to read article

On a date, bad breath can come from all quarters
December 2, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
The number of ways that breath can go bad during a date are staggering, and halitosis is hard to overcome when trying to make an impression. Click to read article

Unusual causes of bad breath
December 2, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While most people are aware of the common agents of halitosis - savory foods, smoking, sleeping with the mouth open, dry mouth - some of the rarer causes may fly under the radar. If you’ve experienced bad breath when it seems there couldn’t possibly be a reason, consider the causes below. Click to read article

When it comes to bad breath, songwriters don’t hold back
December 2, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Songs can say a lot. In just a few bars, musicians can cover topic like love, hate, fear, anger, envy, joy and even bad breath. Below are a few songs that famously touch on the touchy subject of halitosis. Click to read article

Bad breath at the movies
November 16, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Offensive breath can leave you feeling isolated, self-conscious, insecure and - if it’s a particularly intractable case - hopeless. Part of the difficulty of eliminating halitosis is its countless causes. Eliminate nine of ten, and the tenth will live to reek another day. Click to read article

Bad breath at the movies
November 16, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Offensive breath can leave you feeling isolated, self-conscious, insecure and - if it’s a particularly intractable case - hopeless. Part of the difficulty of eliminating halitosis is its countless causes. Eliminate nine of ten, and the tenth will live to reek another day. Click to read article

New fad diet brings halitosis to Hollywood
November 9, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
What do Gisele Bundchen, Jennifer Lopez and renowned opera singer Katherine Jenkins have in common? They all recently started a diet that is known to cause bad breath, among other unsavory side effects. Click to read article

Simple changes may help you improve your breath
November 5, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If you have bad breath, you are likely aware of the problems it can cause in your life. The social shunning and whispers at the workplace can make it extremely difficult to have any self-confidence. This lack of assurance can interfere with your relationships and professional life. However, it doesn't need to be this way. Click to read article

Parents can help their kids focus on oral health
November 3, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Kids are more prone to bad breath than just about anyone. They are generally uninterested in brushing or rinsing with mouthwash. To make matters worse, the sweet tooth of a child is generally unmatched by adults. These factors often combine to result in powerful halitosis in children. Click to read article

Natural halitosis cures may not live up to the hype
November 2, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
The world is awash in remedies for bad breath. The so-called "natural" approach to oral care is becoming particularly popular. Supposed experts recommend all kind of herbs, vitamins and other quick fixes for halitosis that they claim are superior options. Click to read article

Bad breath hampers romantic pursuits
October 29, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
This weekend, millions of single adults will head to parties and bars hoping to meet Mister or Missus Right. While a fresh weekend sparks the flame of hope anew, there are many things that can derail your pursuit. Near the top of that list is bad breath. Click to read article

Don't let bad breath come between you and your spouse
October 28, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Smell is the one sense that is often the most taken for granted part of experience. However, it can make a major difference in the bedroom. When the lights are turned out and you and your significant other, any odor that arises may significantly dampen the mood and ruin the moment. Click to read article

Bad breath often interferes with careers
October 28, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Many people avoid investing in their oral health. They think that if they brush twice a day they will be fine. Any extra expenditure is seen as a potentially poor investment. Click to read article

Bad breath may increase around the holidays
October 26, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
With Halloween less than a week away, the holiday season has begun. Soon after, Thanksgiving will be upon us and then Hanukah, Christmas and New Years. While this festive time marks a time for many families to come together to celebrate with some food, music and revelry, it may also increase the risk of bad breath. Click to read article

Skipping breakfast may contribute to halitosis
October 25, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
In today's fast paced world, people are looking to save time wherever they can. For many people, this means skipping breakfast in the morning. However, if you are among those who do not eat breakfast in the morning, you may be putting yourself at risk for bad breath. Click to read article

Halloween doesn't have to be a scary time for your breath
October 22, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
With Halloween just around the corner, people of all ages across the country are thinking of what they are going to dress up as. Some are thinking of something sexy while others have costumes that are a little more ghoulish in mind. However, the one thing that you will want to make sure you don't incorporate into your costume is bad breath. Click to read article

Bad breath is common, but it doesn't have to be
October 21, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Bad breath is an extremely common problem. Pretty much every single person in the world experiences occasional halitosis. The reasons for this are many. Certain foods, dry mouth and poor oral hygiene all increase the chances of bad breath. These symptoms affect just about everyone at some time or another, resulting in potentially embarrassing social situations. Click to read article

Avoid bad breath foods on your first date
October 20, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
First dates are full of pitfalls. Despites days of planning out every little detail, there are still a range of things that can go wrong. From awkward conversation to bad jokes, there are many things that could send your date running for the hills. However, if your date involves dinner you can eliminate one potential problem by choosing a restaurant that serves food that won't give you bad breath. Click to read article

Glee cast member can't stand bad breath
October 18, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Matthew Morrison, one of the stars of the hit TV show Glee, recently revealed that he would not even consider dating a woman who has bad breath. In fact, halitosis is one of the actor's biggest turnoffs. Click to read article

Use reliable methods to check your breath
October 15, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Testing your breath may be an important step in determining whether or not you have halitosis. It is nearly impossible to smell your own breath directly (no, cupping your hand in front of your mouth and sniffing your exhale does not work), and friends and family are often unreliable. They are generally more inclined to avoid offending than delivering the honest truth. Click to read article

College students need to focus on their breath
October 14, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
By now, college freshmen across the country are beginning to settle into their new school routine. They have likely found some friends - maybe even a significant other - and are figuring out the demands of their professors. However, as the routine becomes easier, students should remain cautious not to fall into the pitfalls of dorm life. Click to read article

Celebrities kick their nicotine habits
October 13, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Smoking has long been a symbol of youthful abandon that was accepted by Hollywood's pop-culture elite. However, a growing number of celebrities are expressing concern about the potential side effects of the habit, which may include bad breath. Click to read article

Bad breath may prevent you from landing your next job
October 12, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Job markets are tight. New employment opportunities are few and far between. Whether you're changing careers or looking for your first job out of college, you couldn't have picked a much worse time to be looking for work. As bad as things are, there are few signs that they will begin getting better any time soon. Click to read article

Bad breath is as much a social problem as it is a physical one
October 11, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Life is full of awkward situations. Running in to an old high school friend at the grocery store, getting trapped in the elevator with your boss or meeting new people can all be stressful situations that make people feel uncomfortable. However, these situations may be made even worse if you regularly have bad breath. Click to read article

Parents should be mindful of their children's breath
October 8, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Growing up and going through school can be a social minefield for children. The pitfalls that your child may face during this time of their life can become even deeper if they have a physical condition that causes them to attract attention for the wrong reasons. Click to read article

Winter dry mouth may lead to bad breath
October 5, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
With cold and flu season right around the corner, millions of Americans are seeking vaccinations and stocking up on medications. While this may be a smart move to help lessen the impact of infections, it may also increase the likelihood that they will experience bad breath. Click to read article

Stigmas interfere with individuals' desires for better oral health
October 1, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Oral health is something that few people talk about. At best, it is considered unglamorous and not worthy of discussion; at worst it is considered taboo to talk about. However, it plays a vital role in our overall health, and should have a larger place in public dialogue. Click to read article

Experts recommend telling friends about their bad breath
October 1, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Most people will avoid telling someone that they have bad breath. They are afraid that it will lead to an awkward situation which may become uncomfortable and even embarrassing. So they act cautiously by keeping silent and avoiding the situation. Click to read article

John Stamos joins cast of Glee, shining a light on oral health
September 30, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Oral health isn't something that most people pay a whole lot of attention to. In the grand scheme of overall health, it is often brushed to the sidelines. However, dental issues were recently shoved to the forefront of one of America's hottest T.V. shows, as John Stamos joined the cast of Glee playing a dentist. Click to read article

Bad breath can interfere with relationships
September 29, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Bad breath is no joke when it comes to relationships. While your partner is likely to be forgiving when it comes to your various deficiencies, halitosis is something that can be difficult to overlook, especially over a period of several years. Click to read article

The dangers of office donut addictions
September 27, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Anyone who told you filming a movie or television series is easy was mistaken. Actors must often spend long hours on the set, repeating takes dozens of times. So it's no wonder that Steve Carell and the cast of the office regularly turn to donuts in the downtime between takes for a little pick-me-up, according to People Magazine. Click to read article

Talk to your friends about bad breath
September 24, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
It may be one of the most uncomfortable conversations you can have with a person. How are you supposed to tell your friend, loved one or colleague that they have bad breath? The news suggests that the person does not take care of them self or that they are somehow unclean. It is a conversation no one wants to start. Click to read article

Aphrodisiac foods may increase bad breath
September 22, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Many of the foods that increase sex drive are well known. Foods like oysters, garlic and figs can all give a boost to the libido, which may spice things up in the bedroom. However, many of these foods are known to contribute to bad breath. If you are consuming them to increase your sex drive, you may want to pay more attention to your dental hygiene. Click to read article

Celebrities should watch out for bad breath on Asian business trips
September 21, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It's been a rough couple of months for Paris Hilton. The socialite was caught last month in Las Vegas with cocaine. She managed to get off with just a year's probation, according to People Magazine, but her hectic life will not be put on hold. Click to read article

College diet increases the risk of halitosis
September 9, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
College students have a reputation for being the primary demographic of the pizza and beer industries. They practically single-handedly keep these two food products afloat. Nothing goes better with a laid-back Thursday night than a couple slices and a pint or two. Click to read article

Bad breath adds stress to meeting the parents
September 8, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Meeting your significant other's parents is always a stressful experience. The awkward conversation, the uncomfortable handshake or hug and the strange situation of how to refer to them can all make the experience troubling. However, it can be even worse if you have bad breath. Click to read article

Nighttime dental care is critical
September 3, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Everyone has their own unique bed time rituals. Some people like to read a book before heading off to sleep, while others tend to pay more attention to their hygiene habits. Taking a shower or applying anti-aging skin treatments are a popular part of many pre-sleep routines. However, the one thing that people occasionally skip that is the most vital is brushing, flossing and rinsing with mouthwash. Click to read article

Morning breath is a common problem
September 1, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Morning breath can be the scourge of romantic relationships. After sharing a night together, there are few things worse than when your partner leans over the next day for a good morning kiss and their breath smells like a rotten version of last night's dinner. Click to read article

Jesse James and Kat Von D heat things up in Texas
August 31, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
One of Hollywood's newest and hottest couples is Jesse James and Kat Von D. After a legendary breakup with one of America's sweethearts, the motorcycle riding bad boy has moved on to an occasional tattoo artist, model and reality television star. Click to read article

Some professionals need to be mindful of halitosis
August 30, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Halitosis is not something that affects certain people in their day-to-day life. Perhaps they work outdoors, or rarely interact with other workers. However, many other individuals simply cannot avoid getting up close and personal with their colleagues or customers, making any degree of bad breath a significant problem. Click to read article

Foodies risk bad breath
August 30, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If there is one thing food lovers can't get enough of, it's rich, flavorful food. Many of these folks are on a lifelong search for new tastes, new flavors and new culinary experiences that expand their food horizons beyond the everyday cuisine. Click to read article

Pop culture reveals the problem of bosses with bad breath
August 27, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Recently a young women claiming to be the employee of the world's worst boss quit her terrible job by posting a series of photos to the online humor site, TheChive.com. In the photos she accused her boss of, among other things, having some of the worst halitosis she had ever smelled. Click to read article

Obama's smoking habit may be causing bad breath
August 25, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
President Barack Obama has been under a lot of pressure lately. Between passing healthcare reform, trying to restart the economy and fighting off personal assaults, it's no wonder he reaches for a cigarette every now and then. Click to read article

Food choices at work can jeopardize careers
August 20, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Many of us find it difficult to make it through the work day. Answering mountains of emails, listening to your boss's lame jokes and sitting for long hours behind your computer may leave you looking for ways to help you get through the day. However, many of the things people turn to for assistance can lead to bad breath. Click to read article

End of summer barbecues pose bad breath hazard
August 20, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
With the end of summer fast approaching, backyard chefs across the country are beginning to prepare for the season's last barbecue. Grills are being refilled with charcoal or propane, chicken is marinating in the fridge and corn is being prepared to be shucked. However, in all of these preparations, few are ready to handle the inevitable bad breath that will follow. Click to read article

Air travel troubles are compounded by bad breath
August 19, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While there may be many headaches associated with air travel - the early check-in times, the long waits and of course the inevitable delays - perhaps the worst situation that could possibly arise is being stuck next to a passenger with bad breath. Click to read article

Daters face rejection over bad breath
August 17, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
The situation is as old as dating itself. Two people go out and have a lovely time together. There is clearly some chemistry between the two. However, when it comes time for a good-night kiss, one of the daters is left on their doorstep wondering why they were denied the opportunity to lock lips. Click to read article

Close-talking is made worse by bad breath
August 12, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
We've all met them at one time or another. They're the close-talker. No matter how hard we try to back away and create some personal space, they just step forward to fill it. While this behavior creates extremely uncomfortable social situations, it is made even worse if the offender has bad breath. Click to read article

Know your enemy: The causes of bad breath
August 10, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Maybe you are about to head out on a date, or perhaps it is an important job interview. Regardless of whether the situation is personal or professional, you are going to want to have fresh breath. For many people, there are few things worse than interacting with some someone who has halitosis. Click to read article

Hall of Famer sought bad breath on game days
August 9, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Football players are an uncommon breed. Where most of us would shy away from physical altercations, they run toward them. When physical exhaustion would send an average athlete to the sideline, they push on. While the majority of Americans take all the precautions they can to avoid bad breath, some football players seek it. Click to read article

Inform your friends of their bad breath
August 6, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While the rules of etiquette may dictate handling issues of other people's hygiene delicately, the situation may be different when it comes to bad breath. If someone you know chronically suffers from bad breath, you may be doing them a favor if you bluntly alert them to the situation. Click to read article

Celebrities continue smoking despite risk of bad breath
August 5, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Despite the fact that smoking is known to cause terrible halitosis, many celebrities continue to pick up the habit, tarnishing their image and their breath. Smoking may cause many health complications, but stars in image-obsessed Hollywood may find the bad breath caused by tobacco to be the most harmful to their careers. Click to read article

Famed produce Mitch Miller got musical start thanks to bad breath
August 4, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It's not every day that someone is spurred to greatness by bad breath. But that is exactly what got acclaimed producer Mitch Miller started on his path to musical success. Click to read article

People spend too much on ineffective breath freshening products
August 2, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
For many people, mints and gum act as an invaluable cure for bad breath. They turn to these products following a lunch of rich foods or in preparation for a big date to make sure that their breath is up to par. Click to read article

Law enforcement officers hope Whitey Bulger's bad breath will provide leads
July 30, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Whitey Bulger may be one of the most notorious gangsters to remain on the lam. A relic of a bygone age of Mafioso dominance, the alleged leader of Boston's Winter Hill Gang has eluded law enforcement for years. However, if he is ever to be apprehended, it may be his extreme halitosis that gives him away. Click to read article

Festival goers come to celebrate garlic, leave with bad breath
July 30, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While garlic may add a tasty touch to many dishes, few other foods cause such bad breath. Anyone who regularly indulges in cuisine that makes use of it may benefit from taking steps to improve their breath. Click to read article

Katy Perry worries about bad breath
July 29, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
While celebrities may have a team of stylists and assistants who are constantly making sure their image is perfect, many are not above fears of common faux pas like bad breath. Take, for instance, Katy Perry. Click to read article

Coffee's bad breath stain
July 28, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
If you're the type of person who can't make it through the day without several cups of coffee, you are not alone. Millions of Americans rely on a morning cup of joe to get their day started and prepare to face the world. Click to read article

L.A. food festival serves up halitosis-causing foods
July 28, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
With burgers piled high with all the fixings and grilled macaroni and cheese sandwiches, any food-lover would have delighted at being at this weekend's Los Angeles Street Food Festival. However, with such rich food being offered, attendees may have left with more than just a full stomach. Bad breath may have followed them as they left the Rose Bowl, the location of this year's event. Click to read article

Bad breath may hamper sales meetings
July 27, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
The power lunch has become an important tool for many businessmen and women to work on deals and close sales. It is an informal arena in which they can present their ideas in an engaging manner. However, the next time you are taking a client out for lunch to give them your sales pitch, you may want to choose a restaurant that does not serve foods known to cause bad breath. Click to read article

Inmates risk bad breath
July 23, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Lindsay Lohan has spent time on the cover of nearly every publication this past week. The country is obsessed with the actor's 90-day jail sentence. The Hollywood star's fall from grace into a waiting prison cell has captured the attention of a nation that loves a good villain. Click to read article

Nature's bad breath curse
July 22, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
When perusing the produce section of the local grocery story, one can't help but think that Mother Nature must have a sense of humor. We are told to eat healthy, and despite every intention to do so, we are thwarted at every step by health foods that cause bad breath. Click to read article

Celebrity diets may lead to halitosis
July 21, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
Many celebrities are no stranger to interesting diets. They are often at the forefront, championing a new strategy for shedding unwanted pounds. While the health effects of these fad diets may be debated by nutritional experts, it may be presumed that many of these diets can lead to bad breath. Click to read article

How to deal with bad breath problems
July 19, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
We've all been there. In talking with a friend or coworker, you notice an unpleasant aroma. It seems to be coming from the other person when they open their mouth to speak. So how do you handle a situation in which someone you know has bad breath? Click to read article

Daters should watch out for bad breath
July 16, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
For those of you are making a returning to the dating world consider this: many daters say there is nothing worse than a partner who has bad breath. Click to read article

Celebrity oral care secrets
July 15, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
While it may seem like a simple matter for celebrities - with their personal assistants and oral health experts - to maintain white teeth and fresh breath, many of the techniques they use are available to everyday people. Knowing their secrets may help brighten your smile and fix your bad breath problem. Click to read article

Newcomers to Miami risk bad breath from spicy cuisine
July 13, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
It seems as though the entire country is talking about LeBron James' decision to join fellow all-stars Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami next season. His move to South Beach has caught the attention of the basketball world and many observers expect several championships to follow. However, with the city's unique cuisine and many more opportunities for late nights out, the star will have to be careful to avoid bad breath. Click to read article

Bad breath may hurt your child's social life
July 12, 2010 - Oral Care Tips and Advice
Childhood can be a difficult time for many youngsters. School-age kids and teens put a lot of pressure on each other to maintain a flawless persona. Your child may be making many of the right moves to fit into this culture, but if they have bad breath they may experience social problems. Click to read article

Fresh breath saves romantic moments
July 9, 2010 - Fresh Breath Happenings
In this summer's installment of the Twilight movie series, many fans will get exactly what they have been waiting for: a kiss between characters Bella and Jacob. In flashy Hollywood fashion, the moment takes place at the top of a majestic mountain with the camera circling around the embracing couple. Click to read article

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