How to Cure Bad Breath at Home for Children
It is very common for children to suffer from bad breath, since they have a tendency to breathe through their mouth. This causes the mouth to dry out and bacteria to flourish. Although you can treat your child's bad breath at home, let your doctor know if the issue persists. This could be a symptom of a medical condition, such as tonsillitis or a sinus infection.
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Encourage your child to brush his teeth after every single meal. Brushing the teeth gets rid of the bacteria that causes bad breath. Purchase a fun toothbrush with his favorite cartoon character. Use a children's toothpaste with a fun flavor. If the child has poor brushing technique, an electric toothbrush may be a good choice.
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Use a timer to make sure the child is spending at least two minutes brushing her teeth. At the end of the two minutes, have her brush her tongue as well.
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Help your child floss his teeth. Children under the age of 8 probably won't be able to floss correctly on their own and will require assistance.
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Serve plenty of water and sugarless drinks throughout the day in order to keep the mouth well hydrated.
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Give your child a piece of sugarless gum if he is old enough. Sugarless gum, as well as sour, sugarless candies, can help the mouth produce saliva, which helps wash away unwanted debris.
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Skip the breath mints. Although breath mints may mask the child's bad breath, the results are short lived and will wear off once the mint has dissolved.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid using fluoride mouthwash to cure bad breath at home for a child. Young children can swallow the solution, which can lead to the condition fluorosis.
