How to Use bad breath in a Sentence

bad breath

noun
  • Avoid strong-smelling drinks and foods, such as coffee or spicy grub which lead to bad breath.
    Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 26 Sep. 2024
  • It was also found to improve bad breath and gum health.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
  • In that case, figuring out the cause and treating it should help with bad breath.
    Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 25 May 2023
  • Chronic bad breath is likely to occur and teeth could fall out at this point.
    Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 25 Nov. 2023
  • These dog dental chews are designed to combat bad breath and promote healthy teeth and gums.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 July 2023
  • This can lead to bad breath that doesn't go away even with regular brushing and mouthwash.
    Sarah Hudgens, Health, 5 Oct. 2024
  • Still, shoppers say that the paste works well to brighten teeth and naturalize bad breath.
    Rebecca Norris, Peoplemag, 16 Aug. 2023
  • This feature not only keeps their teeth clean but also reduces the risk of gum disease and bad breath.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 28 Aug. 2023
  • Forza Italia candidates for Parliament were told not to have bad breath or sweaty palms.
    Rachel Donadio, New York Times, 12 June 2023
  • These dental chews work to fight bad breath by reducing the bacteria in your dog's mouth.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 July 2023
  • In fact, tongue coating has been identified as one of the main contributors to bad breath.
    Jill Di Donato, SELF, 3 Apr. 2025
  • This can lead to tooth decay, bad breath, and poor oral hygiene overall, according to Dr. Sachar.
    Alex Shoemaker, Parents, 19 May 2025
  • The unique design encourages dogs to chew, helping to remove plaque, tartar and bad breath at its source.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
  • Avoid Trigger Foods Certain foods can also cause bad breath.
    Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 28 Mar. 2025
  • In the short term, mouth breathing can lead to complications, including dry mouth and bad breath.
    Kelly Burch Updated, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
  • At 8 inches long, this tongue cleaner gently removes bacteria all the way from the back of your tongue to prevent bad breath.
    Good Housekeeping, 12 July 2023
  • Some people may experience bad breath, a sore throat, and ear pain from tonsil stones.
    Sarah Hudgens, Health, 5 Oct. 2024
  • There's no harm in using it as a low-stakes bonus step to further combat bad breath and keep your mouth feeling as fresh and clean as possible.
    Jill Di Donato, SELF, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Many dogs suffer from dental problems such as bad breath, gum disease, and tooth decay.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 July 2023
  • Flossing is the best way to remove all the bacteria that causes bad breath—and is much more effective than just brushing alone.
    Violeta Valdés, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
  • If that’s not enough to convince you to floss, maybe embarrassment will: Flossing is one of the most effective ways to prevent bad breath.
    Violeta Valdés, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
  • On top of causing persistent bad breath, having tonsil stones may cause chronic sore throats and ear pain.
    Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
  • Bad bacteria can get trapped in oxygen-poor areas and cause bacteria buildup as well as bad breath.
    Daley Quinn, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2024
  • Practicing Good Oral Hygiene One of the claimed benefits of mouth taping is relief from bad breath.
    Daniel Combs, Verywell Health, 26 July 2024
  • For bad breath, dandruff or cleaning floors Sean Mowbray is a freelance writer based in Scotland.
    Sean Mowbray, Discover Magazine, 7 May 2024
  • These whitening breath strips have two main benefits: to instantly eliminate bad breath and whiten teeth by up to four shades.
    Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Infections in the sinuses, tonsils, gums, or lungs can cause bad breath and require treatment.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 1 Sep. 2024
  • In addition to improving oxygen flow, mouth taping can help with bad breath.
    Celeste Polanco, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Consuming black garlic in large amounts may also lead to symptoms such as bad breath, body odor, nausea, vomiting, and gas.
    Jillian Kubala, Rd, Health, 2 July 2024
  • One of the most common symptoms associated with tonsil stones is severe bad breath, says Brown.
    Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024

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