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Have a question about freshening your breath? Go directly to the fresh
breath expert, America's dentist, Dr. Bill Dorfman.
Dr. Bill answers questions each week to help anyone who wants to keep
their breath fresh and odor free.
Send your question in now. Dr. Bill has an answer for you!
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 | What causes bad breath in the morning?
- Elena, Salt Lake City, UT |
| | How can I keep my breath fresh all day?
- Mark, Seattle, WA |
| | Is scraping the tongue dangerous to the taste buds?
- Kevin, Sacramento, CA |
| | How do I tell a co-worker he/she has bad breath?
- Nancy, New York, NY |
| | What foods create the most odors in the mouth?
- Dave, Orlando, FL |
Q. What causes bad breath in the morning?
- Elena, Salt Lake City, UT
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Elena, bad breath, whether it occurs in the morning or other times of day, is generally due to the same cause, volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). VSCs come from bacteria deep in the fissures of the tongue and around the teeth. This accounts for the "rotten egg" smell often associated with bad breath as well as the progression of periodontal infection. One of the most important tasks in eliminating bad breath is eliminating VSCs so remember to clean your tongue at least once daily with the appropriate tool, like a plastic tongue cleaner. To find out more about VSCs check out this informative video.
- Dr. Bill
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