How do I get rid of bad breath for good? I've tried it all!

Ever since I can remember at a very young age I’ve always had some type of smell/taste in my mouth, never thought anything of it but as I got a little older (middle school) I noticed my breath doesn’t smell normal and the bullying started as the years went by the smell got worse in my 20s I decided to go see a specialist did a lot of blood work check up everything came back normal! Dentist visits every 6 month no gum disease no cavities seen multiple dentist all say nothin is wrong at all! Next I went to an ent sinuses look fine but I still did a sinus surgery just in case nothing changed so then I decided to get my tonsils removed went through hell with recovery prayed and prayed that would be solution to no vail halitosis was still there went to a gastro doctor I do endoscopies every year everything is normal no stomach bug digestion is fine all looks normal! I take probiotics/prebiotic to no vail! I even cut out all dairy meats was vegan for 3 months and nothing absolutely nothing not even a lil bit of improvement! I struggle daily with this I brush floss daily my teeth are perfect I Dnt know what else to do! I’m older now in my 30s and still struggle I still get bullied even as an adult! No social life at all my heart is shattered I Dont know what else to do I have tried everything every product out there went to every specialist and no one seems to know what’s causing this bad breath! I’m in deep depression had to drop out of college And can’t even work cuz I get bullied made fun of and people think I just Dont brush my teeth-please any advice any tips would be greatly appreciated! I would’ve wish this on anyone! I also drink plenty of water and very fit! If anyone can suggest anything plz let me know! I don't drink or smoke.
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the therabreath mouthwash helped me sooo much growing up. my dad would joke all the time about my breath when i had braces and it made me super insecure i liked the one that was just plain

Help a mama out and respond anonymously on our forum. How do I get rid of bad breath for good? I've tried it all!

Do you think you have bad breath or have people told you this?

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Go to your doctor and ask for them to check you for tonsil stones (you can still get them after tonsilectomy). That was my son’s problem

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I mean if nothing seems to be medically wrong and it’s truly bothering you, why don’t you just keep gum or mints on you at all times?

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Do people tell you that you have bad breath ? Or are you just thinking you might

Sounds like halitosis. I have heard salt water rinses help. I’m sorry you are
Going thru this.

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Put Lemon in your water. And drink It through the day, chew gum, mouth wash 3 times a day.

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Are you on any medications? What’s the sugar level in your diet like?

I’ve heard charcoal tablets are wonderful for bad breath

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Tonsil stones impacted…i can guarantee thats what it is… to test this…look in a mirror well lit… take a bobby pin and look for slits in the back of throat do a little digging and i can promise you …u have stones…

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Have you been checked for tonsil stones or had your tonsils and adenoids removed?

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Been in the dental field over 10 years sounds like halitosis

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Go to the dentist to see if there may be a decay somewhere.

Have you been evaluated for dry mouth? That can cause some bad breath problems

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What kind of sinus surgery did u have?

Make sure you are scraping and brushing your tounge during regular mouth cleaning.

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They sell a mouth wash use it three times a day and brush three times a day they legit sell stuff off people with halitosis everyone suffers from bad breath it’s impossible to not have bad breath after eating or long periods of time if you haven’t brushed you’re teeth tonsil stones are a thing and they are calcium bluish up that cause issue with bad breath as well. I always fill like my breath stinks and I brush way to often and that can also case bad breath as well

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This might sound stupid but have you tied. Swishing Apple cyber vinager yet

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You may have halitosis (bad breath) which is within your stomach there’s not really a cure, but ways to treat.

This is a pic from google… but the slits look like this…if u stick bobby pin where its closed and dig inside if u start pulling stuff out thats what it is.

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Usually bad breath comes from not flossing. Try buying a Waterpik. It can also come from your throat, like how when people get strep throat they have a certain smell. Or the tonsil stones can stink. I know people can have bad breath when doing keto. But I would suggest 100% flossing daily and Waterpik. Even add a little mouthwash to the reservoir.
Maybe get a tongue scraper too.

I know someone who had this… have your Esophagus checked for Gerd

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Could be a sinus issue. Flush them daily with salted water. Netti Pot

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It sounds like you might have tonsil stones.

Put coconut oil in your mouth before anything else when you wake up swish around for atleast 5 min spit in trash not sink
Or toilet. Your sinuses may drain after this also. Then brush your teeth regular. This will pull toxins out and make your gums and teeth healthy. Also swish peroxide in your mouth at night spit out then brush your teeth.

You could try oil pulling. Use swish coconut oil in your mouth for around 20minutes. They say it helps pull the germs and bacteria out of your mouth and gums and can help with bad breath. You can Google it and see if it sounds like something that could help.

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brush your tongue get a tongue scraper

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You need some chlorophyll!! It’s natural and will make your breath smell pleasant. I learned this in my keto group a few years ago because people complain that when they first start keto they get bad breath but everyone kept recommending this saying it works wonders. So I tried it and it really does work!

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Am I the only one who thinks it’s not healthy to obsess over this to this degree??

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To everyone saying tonsil stones bro did y’all even read :woozy_face::woozy_face::woozy_face::woozy_face: HE HAD THEM REMOVED

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I knew someone who had the same thing and it ended up being dry mouth. They had to use a over the counter mouth rinse. Their mouth would literally be dry (not producing enough salvia) causing a weird smell. I hope this helps!

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Ask your doctor to check… it’s worth a shot.

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Have you had your digestive system checked out? It could be allergies it could lactose intolerance etc etc. you say you’ve been to the dentist numerous times and they haven’t found anything wrong so I’m thinking you ask to see if something is going on in your digestive system cause that can definitely cause issues especially acid reflux

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Dry mouth? Try biotene mouthwash if you haven’t already

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TRIOLOGY Restoring Rinse - 1 Month Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NH2V1OR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_A3JCREWK97QRMBY73S0P this and their tooth paste is amazing. Worth every penny.

Tonsils and adenoids can grown back (especially for children) my son had his tonsils removed twice and adenoids removed three time. Pretty sure you have tonsil stone which you can still get even tho your tonsils have been removed

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Gargling half hydrogen peroxide and half water helps with bad breath!

Honestly it could be infection inside your teeth & gums.

My family had pretty bad teeth, gums, & breath despite all the brushing, flossing, & dental/doctor visits.
Several of us have gotten all of our teeth pulled after having children resulting in severe calcium loss to bones & teeth, & the bad breath & undiagnosed mouth pain is finally gone.

Dentures are hell, but so is an unhealthy mouth. It was honestly the best move I ever made for myself. The procedure & recovery was hard, but no harder than the lifelong issues.

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Tonsil stones. Dig them out yourself. Check monthly or when you start smelling odor. My daughter has them and has to remove them once a month. They can smell really bad.

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I will start with - I’m NOT in business with this company! But this product is life changing & I’ve definitely read success stories about bad breath…

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Just a thought, but, if you smoked weed you wouldn’t care what people think plus the weed smell would cover the other. Just a thought.

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Get checked for an H pylori infection

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Are u a coffee drinker?

Have you tried to gargle with water with salt a couple of times a day or lighty bite a clove with your teeth and spit it out your mouth just be careful not to swallow it. Also keep in mind stress can make your bad breath worse since it decreases your saliva flow, making your mouth dry and leading to bad breath. Relax sometimes we are too hard on ourselves. Meditation might help. Blessings your way!!:blush:

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Tonsil stones maybe ?

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Do you take any medications? Some can cause horrible breath like anti histamines.

Something in your diet or gastrointestinal

Tongue scraper. I’m not kidding, if you use it every time you brush, it makes a world of difference. It has made a huge difference that I never got with brushing or mouth rinses. Can buy on Amazon or wherever.

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Generally when people fast for long hours, this is an automatic smell that comes out. Try to eat smaller meals more frequently and see if things change. Hope for the best.

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Do you have tonsil stones?

Do you have GERD (acid relflux)? It can cause bad breath as well. Also, oral thrush (basically a yeast infection in your mouth) can cause bad breath.

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Maybe u need some probiotics…it might be from your gut

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How do you get out tonsils stone please

Try chlorophyll supplements, if you haven’t already.

Thyroid disease can cause bad breath , go to dr and talk with them so they can help you .

Ayervedic medicines recommended a charcoal type capsule, you find them at health stores. See someone who specializes in Ayervedic medicines and healing.

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Even though you’ve had your tonsils removed you can still develop “stones” like in your pharynx and other areas of the throat which are deeper down than the tonsils. Have they checked down into your throat past where your tonsils were?

Swishing with peroxide every day! Bad breath could be a number of things but for me it’s gum disease.

I am so sorry people have been so cruel to you, that is absolutely horrible for you to go through. I’m sorry I wish I had an answer

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Get scaling done from dentist

Maybe go to endocrinologist

I love my tongue scraper

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You may have an intolerance to gluten! I constantly had a Sulphur taste/breath and have eliminated gluten and huge difference.

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You may need your tonsils out. Look up tonsil stones. It literally causes crazy breath. Honestly look into that, bring it upto your doctor, even if you have healthy tonsils they can still produce stones that smell horrendous.

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That really sucks :confused: I don’t know of any secret tricks but I do keep a pack of gum in my pocket for my bad days. :sweat_smile:

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I brush my teeth, then swish with peroxide for one minute, brush with just the left over peroxide for another minute (this is when I get my tongue really good) then rinse with mouth wash.

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Mix 2-3 tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar in a coffee cup of warm water.You can swish and rinse or drink it.Bragg is the name Brand.Its good for everything! Look it up. White vinegar can be put in your clothes when you wash them, it takes all odors out.It even takes cat urine smell out of blankets.I’m 100% sure this will help you!!!

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Some are affected by drinking coffee & then chewing gum afterwards.

I was going to say gargle hydrogen peroxide

Chew 2 tums before you go to bed… sounds weird I know, but it works!

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Look into trimethylaminuria this could possibly be a cause

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I’ve had this exact same issue ever since birth - even as a baby I had halitosis, and not a single doctor has been able to figure out why. I don’t have a solution for you, but I’m sending my love, because I know how difficult it is to cope with :sparkling_heart:

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Y’all she’s been to the Drs had tonsils removed and sinus stomach all checked

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Do you brush your tongue? All the way back…?

Could it be related to your gut health??

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Gargle with peroxide for long periods of time, use mouth wash, chew gum, eat tums, and don’t eat any dairy products. You’ve literally done everything i would’ve recommended. This is all I have left. Make sure you’re brushing your tongue all the way back and the sides of the inside of your mouth.

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Try drinking mint tea.

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Try this. My mom got it for my daughter at one point. So sorry you’re going through this.

Maybe you are allergic to something. I was going to say tonsil stones but you had your tonsils removed. Have you had a Food sensitivity testing. Someone else named up top another diagnosis.

You have brush your teeth and tongue after every meal and floss and keep you some mints or gum also don’t forget mouthwash the brown 1 is best

Hydrate and eat regular on top of flossing and brushing. Hydration might be the real issue.

Maybe keep breath mints available. Try peppermint and cinnamon flavors. Sorry you struggling with this. It sounds like you have tried everything. Next maybe you can find some friend girls, who can not smell and more online friends. I pray that you find a solution for your situation. Bet you are a great person to be friends with. Praying for you to have what you deserve.

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Try charcoal toothbrush and toothpaste.

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Try oil pulling, just gargle virgin coconut oil or olive oil (or sesame oil, i forgot) , two times a day for 20 minutes each, spit and brush.

Extra acid in the stomach causes bad breath and a funny taste, sometimes those are the only symptoms , I won’t get all technical this early but doesn’t need to be an ulcer etc but you might be creating a little more acid than is needed - surprised they haven’t suggested it but why don’t you try lansoprazole from the gp . It reduces the acid in the stomach , No real side effects and you’ll know in about two weeks once it has built up to the needed level .

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Do you suffer constipation as it can cause bad breath

I had tonsil stones that would create a massy breath

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It could either be caused by gastric issues or oral bacteria. Go to the dentist to see what they say. If they don’t know what it is, see a gastroenterologist.

These “Smart Mouth” products are amazing. You can get them at Walmart. But I got a sample from my dentist and LOVED it. If you use the toothpaste or even just the rinse before bed…you have NO morning breath! I promise. Try them.

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I’m sorry you’re dealing with this. You are not alone. A friend of mine knew a man on the military who always smelled. It got to the point where people would watch him in the shower and make sure he was really cleaning himself and wearing deodorant but it never helped

Bad gut maybe? To much H. pylori bacteria, have you tried cutting out sugar?

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Better toothpaste and use mouthwash to rinse. I also wouldn’t be shy of brushing through the day if needed.

Do you drink enough? Dry mouth can cause bad breath. Also do you hold farts in? Tgey can be reabsorbed and come out on your breath too x

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Are you diabetic? Because that is the first thing that popped in my head

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This is so sad I’m sorry, take a spoon and hold it upside down, try to scrape the back of your tongue as much as possible with it

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This isn’t a permanent fix but now days everyone is wearing masks so that might help people not notice it

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