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Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Desdola(m): 5:53pm On Nov 12, 2013
Nice info conveyed by the op. bad breathe is a bad disease that can lead to stigma
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Chigorkizz(m): 5:55pm On Nov 12, 2013
oboy!!
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Nobody: 5:57pm On Nov 12, 2013
oluface: Jim powder does the Magic.
wot is jim powder?
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by jamst(m): 6:03pm On Nov 12, 2013
Cykik: . Na only for you o. Biko your mouth dey smell. Its not natural. You need mouth help o. Brush morning and night. B4 nd after meal. Clean in and out of the teeth. Your tongue needs attention. Pls it's not natural. Abeg ur mouth odour go cause global warming. lipsrsealed
aah! global warming 4 dat mata...look! it is d saliva dat makes ur mouth 2 smell & if u keep doudting, can u swallow a teaspoonful of saliva(maybe wit mucor) of urself or 4rm ur bf own??
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by bigfoot79(m): 6:09pm On Nov 12, 2013
chai!!!! wetin de smell for.back of.my wrist like so? embarassedchai!!!! wetin de smell for.back of.my wrist like so?
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by loswhite(m): 6:25pm On Nov 12, 2013
iterator25: Mine is smelling like gun powder.(cabad). I'm I ok? embarassed
No u r not, pls see a doctor ASAP or call 911...lol
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by wolegzy: 6:29pm On Nov 12, 2013
@op, the best confirmation method of diagnosing mouth odour is described below;

TEST
Step 1 : Carry a lil baby with the baby's face directly facing yours.
Step 2 : With a widened mouth just pronounce the word 'HALLELUYAH'

OBSERVATION
1) If the baby smiles and giggles at you, you are negative.
2) If the baby begin to cry then you are positive.
.
NOTE : The above technique should only be carried out by people WITHOUT an ugly face.

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Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by SirTunechi(f): 6:53pm On Nov 12, 2013
[quote
author=Mobsync]Lick your wrist with your tongue in just one
swipe


Then, leave the wrist to dry (this takes only a few seconds)

After your wrist has dried, smell it. Any smell it gives off is the
smell of your mouth and breath.




What is bad breath?

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, fetor oris, ozostomia or
stomatodysodia is an unpleasant smell that is given off from the nose or
mouth of an individual when he or she breathes or speaks.
Causes of bad breath

(1) Types of food or drinks ingested: Foods with strong odours like
onions and garlic; exotic spices like curry, thyme and cinnamon and
beverages like coffee, when ingested and digested, are absorbed into the
bloodstream from where they enter the lungs and are expelled when
breathing. And unfortunately, even after brushing and flossing, their
smell doesn't go away unless they've completely passed through the blood
system.

(2) Poor dental hygiene: Improper cleaning of dentures (artificial
teeth) and failure to (properly) brush, floss and tongue scrape daily
causes food particles to remain between the teeth, gums and on the
tongue which causes bad breath.

(3) Use of depressants and stimulants: Depressants and stimulants like
tobacco (smoked, chewed or sniffed) and alcohol enter the bloodstream
from where they make their way to the lungs and are also expelled when
breathing.

(4) Health problems: Health problems like gum disease, candidiasis
(yeast infection), xerostomia (dry mouth which can be caused by
continuous breathing through the mouth), diabetes, pneumonia, sore
throat, and Gastro Esophageal Reflex Disease (GEAD) which is the
backflow of acid from the stomach to the mouth and also, damaged
internal organs like the liver and kidney release toxins which are
expelled through the nose and mouth and cause bad breath.

(5) Lack of carbohydrate: High protein and low carbohydrate consumption
causes the body to burn stored fats for fuel and leads to a condition
known as ketosis because as fat burns, ketones are built up in the body
and are released through breathing.



Treatment of bad breath

Make sure you brush, floss and tongue scrape at least twice daily
(see image below). Tongue scrapers are sold in pharmacies but if you
can't get one, use a teaspoon.

Drink plenty of fluids especially water so as to prevent saliva
imbalance which causes dry mouth.
Quit the use of tobacco and alcohol.
Limit spicy foods, coffee and other foods with strong odours.
Take more of wholegrain carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables.
Take tea, as polyphenol present in tea plant helps hinder bacteria
growth.
Take sugarless gums as they contain xylotol which kills bacteria and
reduces plague but note that the use of gums, mints and mouthwash only
stop bad breath temporarily.
Finally, you might need to consult your dentist or doctor as the bad
breath could be due to health factor.

Source[/quote] seun needs to read this as soon as possible
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by SirTunechi(f): 6:54pm On Nov 12, 2013
[quote
author=Mobsync]Lick your wrist with your tongue in just one
swipe


Then, leave the wrist to dry (this takes only a few seconds)

After your wrist has dried, smell it. Any smell it gives off is the
smell of your mouth and breath.




What is bad breath?

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, fetor oris, ozostomia or
stomatodysodia is an unpleasant smell that is given off from the nose or
mouth of an individual when he or she breathes or speaks.
Causes of bad breath

(1) Types of food or drinks ingested: Foods with strong odours like
onions and garlic; exotic spices like curry, thyme and cinnamon and
beverages like coffee, when ingested and digested, are absorbed into the
bloodstream from where they enter the lungs and are expelled when
breathing. And unfortunately, even after brushing and flossing, their
smell doesn't go away unless they've completely passed through the blood
system.

(2) Poor dental hygiene: Improper cleaning of dentures (artificial
teeth) and failure to (properly) brush, floss and tongue scrape daily
causes food particles to remain between the teeth, gums and on the
tongue which causes bad breath.

(3) Use of depressants and stimulants: Depressants and stimulants like
tobacco (smoked, chewed or sniffed) and alcohol enter the bloodstream
from where they make their way to the lungs and are also expelled when
breathing.

(4) Health problems: Health problems like gum disease, candidiasis
(yeast infection), xerostomia (dry mouth which can be caused by
continuous breathing through the mouth), diabetes, pneumonia, sore
throat, and Gastro Esophageal Reflex Disease (GEAD) which is the
backflow of acid from the stomach to the mouth and also, damaged
internal organs like the liver and kidney release toxins which are
expelled through the nose and mouth and cause bad breath.

(5) Lack of carbohydrate: High protein and low carbohydrate consumption
causes the body to burn stored fats for fuel and leads to a condition
known as ketosis because as fat burns, ketones are built up in the body
and are released through breathing.



Treatment of bad breath

Make sure you brush, floss and tongue scrape at least twice daily
(see image below). Tongue scrapers are sold in pharmacies but if you
can't get one, use a teaspoon.

Drink plenty of fluids especially water so as to prevent saliva
imbalance which causes dry mouth.
Quit the use of tobacco and alcohol.
Limit spicy foods, coffee and other foods with strong odours.
Take more of wholegrain carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables.
Take tea, as polyphenol present in tea plant helps hinder bacteria
growth.
Take sugarless gums as they contain xylotol which kills bacteria and
reduces plague but note that the use of gums, mints and mouthwash only
stop bad breath temporarily.
Finally, you might need to consult your dentist or doctor as the bad
breath could be due to health factor.

Source[/quote] seun needs to read this as soon as possible
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by damola311: 6:55pm On Nov 12, 2013
Lick your wrist with your tongue in just one swipe
Then, leave the wrist to dry (this takes only a few
seconds)
After your wrist has dried, smell it. Any smell it gives off
is the smell of your mouth and breath.


I know 93% reading this topic will try that bolded..... I tried it and mine ain't smelling...... Very sure 80% na pig breath smell....... #justKidding
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Joe4real701(m): 7:01pm On Nov 12, 2013
This might sound odd bt what really work for me iz chewing ginger before going to bed,believe me no bacteria will survive in such horrible condition
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Nobody: 7:08pm On Nov 12, 2013
wow. mine smelled like 'oral b'.... maybe because i went and had a mouth wash before carrying out the test... hahahahahahahaha. BTW... person wey get mouth odour know. except he wants to lie to himself.
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by creativemusic: 7:31pm On Nov 12, 2013
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Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Sike(m): 7:53pm On Nov 12, 2013
vivichocs: Some ppl that try it and it smells will be like, op u dey craze grin grin
Lmao. How'd U know this? cheesy
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by piagetskinner(m): 8:04pm On Nov 12, 2013
undecided I smell baYgon undecided
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Omesexy: 8:23pm On Nov 12, 2013
helphelp: Make I lick sweat off my wrist...No way...!!!

Abeg another method please grin grin grin




But bros, u go fit lick ur gurlfrnd DOWNSTAIRS?
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by e2nuoluwa(f): 8:25pm On Nov 12, 2013
k.style:
I knw 1 chick i swear her mouth smells lyk dead horse...maybe she shld c dis...my own dey scent lyk inside new range rover sport....d trick 2 cure mouth odour is 2 brush twice a day,use ur mouthwash(listerine is d best)...den sleep wit chewing gum...criously i usually sleep wit gum in my mouth n wen i wake,i neva xperience dat offenive early morning stench....
indeed grin
k.style:
I knw 1 chick i swear her mouth smells lyk dead horse...maybe she shld c dis...my own dey scent lyk inside new range rover sport....d trick 2 cure mouth odour is 2 brush twice a day,use ur mouthwash(listerine is d best)...den sleep wit chewing gum...criously i usually sleep wit gum in my mouth n wen i wake,i neva xperience dat offenive early morning stench....
indeed
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by saymax(f): 8:28pm On Nov 12, 2013
Anoda simpler way is smelling ur pillow incase u drool while sleeping.
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by tellwisdom: 8:28pm On Nov 12, 2013
If you brush and floss morning and night. Take enuff water whenever. Trust me, u will find changes.
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by yuncka: 9:17pm On Nov 12, 2013
helphelp: Make I lick sweat off my wrist...No way...!!!

Abeg another method please grin grin grin

oya smell Ur nyash.
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by chinanoni: 9:27pm On Nov 12, 2013
helphelp: Make I lick sweat off my wrist...No way...!!!

Abeg another method please grin grin grin


mumu, wash ur wrist or try it after bathing. u want make person tell u watin to do?
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Nobody: 9:30pm On Nov 12, 2013
Cykik: Tanx Op, nice one but licking your wrist doesnt seem to work. Maybe asking your close friend to pasive a little .lols. Or may be when he/she draws back a little when you speak.
perceive. Don't thank me dear. Thank God

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Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by chinanoni: 9:33pm On Nov 12, 2013
donklint86: good one op, but to lick wrist no way! Dat one na bacteria


no way lining? u no dey baf.? na ur type dey smell after bathing
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by IYANGBALI: 9:55pm On Nov 12, 2013
Kai my own dey smell like rotten tomato,maybe na because I just finish sokn hajia zainab toto
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by IYANGBALI: 10:01pm On Nov 12, 2013
saymax: Anoda simpler way is smelling ur pillow incase u drool while sleeping.
what is drool?is that the release of spe_rm? grin
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by engroke(m): 12:06am On Nov 13, 2013
If u have bad breath, u will realise that:


You always win every arguement cos the smell of ur mouth would not allow ur antagonist proceed with the debate


You always settle dispute easily. This is because once u come around to speak the parties involve in the fight just hold their nose and walk away



You always make babies cry when you talk to their face

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Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by obowunmi(m): 2:04am On Nov 13, 2013
Some people's mouth smells like a pit latrine.
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by Afarozy(f): 3:12am On Nov 13, 2013
Kull
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by mdee1(m): 6:48am On Nov 13, 2013
Eat suya d nite b4 and dnt brush.d next morning(on d bed & very close 2 ur partner) greet ur gf/bf.if ur partner starts gasping 4 breath,ur breath stinkz.if u get a kiss,ur breath's cool
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by iamdsam: 7:35am On Nov 13, 2013
REMMEI: Mine ain't smelling..well,op thanks though.
How we wan take know
Re: Simple Way To Know If You Have Bad Breath by iamdsam: 7:37am On Nov 13, 2013
Noted!

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