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Stinky breath
I always thought my mouth stinks but today i noticed. I wore a mask. I didn't even open my mouth, i was breathing with nose. But it still stinks🙄 i was shocked. What does it mean
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Hi!
Don't be afraid at all.
Masks cause this egg breath/ stinky breath as we call it.
Next Steps
Please make sure :
1. You are well hydrated at all times.
2. Using a mouthwash after you have something sweet.
3. Brushing twice a day.
4. Having sugar free gum incase you feel mouth dryness.
Health Tips
Schedule a mandatory cleaning and polishing. It is essential to safeguard your teeth from any gum or teeth problems in future and to eliminate stinky mouth smell permannently.
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When you wear mask for long time your mouth gets dehydrated . In fact it worsens that smell and bad breath.
Get your mouth checked to see if you need Scaling or any fillings , eat healthy food and keep yourself hydrated. Slowly the smell will come down .
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Hello
May Be because of poor oral hygiene and because of gastric issue .need photographs of gums ,tongue,teeth for proper diagnosis
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