Q: Can you tell us about bad breath and how it can be eliminated?

A: Halitosis is a dental term used to describe bad breath. Bad breath usually occurs when you eat foods that have bacteria-causing odor. Bad breath can also take place when we wake up in the morning.  That’s because every time we sleep, our mouth is dry. This allows bacteria to accumulate in our mouths. The best way to combat halitosis is to drink more water to wash away the bacteria in the mouth, according to our Killeen dentists. Eating gums or breath mints are not exactly helpful to fight bad breath. In fact, they don’t get rid of halitosis. They only make them worse because the bacteria in our mouths are fed even more. To avoid having a bad breath, always maintain a clean and healthy mouth.