6 Ways To Detect A Bad Breath
It is difficult to identify bad breath because people do not normally feel the stench coming from their mouths. This is because of olfactory fatigue.
The biggest difference between halitosis and bad breath is the person’s ability to resolve the problem. For example, if after brushing teeth, flossing and mouthwash, the problem is not resolved over time, it is possible that it is suffering from halitosis and not just bad breath.
Here is how to detect if you have a bad Breath
1. Ask someone close to you
The most effective and quick way to identify the bad smell in your mouth is to ask someone close to you. If you’re embarrassed to ask, just notice the way people act next to you. If they sniff their noses, run a hand over their noses, or pull away when talking to you, it is a sign that you may have bad breath.
2. Lick your wrist
You can lick your wrist, wait for the saliva to dry and smell. If the smell is unpleasant, it is very likely that you have bad breath.
3. You feel a strange taste in your mouth
It is common to feel a strange taste in the mouth after eating foods with strong smells. Strong smell may be present in your breath as well. So if you feel a strange taste in your mouth it may be you have bad breath.
4. Floss
You can check your breath with a floss. Floss your teeth and smell. If the dental floss has a bad smell, this may be the smell people feel when talking to you.
5. Use a spoon
Scrape the spoon back on your tongue, if a white layer comes out it is quite likely that you are having bad breath.
Here are some ways to prevent a bad breath
Have a good oral hygiene. Brush your teeth daily, floss and mouthwash.
Visit your dentist regularly, at least twice a year.
Avoid smoking or chewing tobacco.
Drink a lot of water.
