How effective are sprays and breath mints?
• Sprays and regular mint candies are considered to be relatively ineffective in combating bad breath. Don’t be fooled by the burning sensation – it is your own cells in pain, not the bacteria. 10. Should I use mouthwash to control bad breath? • Commercial mouthwash available in your drug store, usually contain a formulation consisting of flavor, alcohol, and antibacterial agent. Several types of mouthwash have been shown to reduce malodor in clinical trials, including 0.2% chlorhexidine mouth rinses and Listerine. 11. When is the best time to rinse? • The best time to use any mouth rinse appears to be right before sleeping at night. You must deep gargle using a good mouth cleaning liquid, taking care to touch the inner most areas of tongue. 12. Does chewing gum help relieve my bad breath? • The efficacy of chewing gum is probably due to the effect of salivation, combined with the cleansing effect of mastication. Chewing gum has its downsides. The best compromise appears to be to chew
