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I would like to have fresh breath all the time. Is this possible and if so how can I achieve this?

Fresh breath is something that is desired by all of us. There is not a single person who would not want fresh breath all the time. Fresh breath allows us to be confident in every single relationship that we are involved with. Since fresh breath is so much more desirable than the alternative of bad breath, it would seem that it would be just a simple matter of brushing our teeth and using a breath mint every now and then. Unfortunately it is not that simple. Especially for millions of people who are afflicted with this condition.

Bad breath is caused by Anaerobic Sulfur Producing Bacteria which normally live WITHIN the surface of the tongue and in the throat. These bacteria are supposed to be there, because they assist humans in digestion by breaking down proteins found in specific foods, mucous or phlegm, blood, and in diseased or "broken-down" oral tissue. Under certain conditions, these bacteria start to break down proteins at a very high rate. Proteins are made up of Amino Acids. Two of the Amino Acids (Cysteine and Methionine) are dense with sulfur.

When these "beneficial" bacteria come into contact with these compounds, the odorous and "lousy-tasting" sulfur compounds are released from the back of the tongue and throat, as Hydrogen Sulfide, Methyl Mercaptan, and other odorous and bad tasting compounds. These "problem" compounds are often referred to as Volatile Sulfur Compounds (VSC), where volatile means Vaporous and Effervescent, two adjectives which accurately describe their ability to offend other people instantly.

Because my original studies were in Biology, let me explain a very important fact about these "bugs". They are not "bad guys" - they are not infectious. Everyone in the world has the same group of bacteria in their mouth. You cannot "catch" bad breath from someone else - even by kissing. Since they are part of our normal oral flora, you cannot permanently remove them from your mouth - not by tongue scraping, not by antibiotics, and not by rinses which claim to "lift the bacteria off your tongue". The only scientifically proven and clinically effective method of halting Halitosis is by attacking the bacteria's ability to produce VSC and by converting the VSC into non-odorous and non-tasting organic salts. (I should know, I've personally treated nearly 10,000 people and I've helped all of them through my Fresh Breath Treatments.

Speaking about bacteria, there is one other fact that you must understand about these bacteria. They are classified as "Anaerobic" - which literally means they live "Without Oxygen". They thrive in an environment where Oxygen is NOT present. That is why they DO NOT LIVE ON THE SURFACE OF YOUR TONGUE! They live in between the papillae (fibers) that make up your tongue!

These sulfur compounds are actually by-products of anaerobic bacteria (Fusobacterium and Actinomyces, among others). Everyone needs these bacteria, because they assist the digestion process. But, unfortunately, for some, as yet undetermined reason these particular bacteria are found in higher numbers in those anguished by Bad Breath. (Various theories attribute this to hormonal changes, a history of medications, usually antibiotics or sulfa drugs-which create an imbalance of oral bacteria, or even Genetics-these disorders appear to run in some families.) We do know however, that it seems to be evenly split between men and women.

Conditions under which the problem becomes worse: Dry mouth, post nasal drip, high protein foods, and coffee.

Dry Mouth

Although some cases of dry mouth are naturally occurring, most cases are caused by one of these factors; prescription medications (usually prescribed for high blood pressure or depression) antihistamines, adult alcoholic beverages, and mouthwashes with alcohol in them.

When your mouth is dryer, you have less Saliva. Saliva naturally contains Oxygen, which keeps your mouth healthy and fresh. These bacteria are anaerobic, which simply means that they will thrive and make more sulfur in the presence of little or no oxygen. Thus if you have less Saliva, you have less oxygen, thereby creating an anaerobic environment, perfect for the bacteria to produce more of these odorous and sour/bitter compounds.

Post Nasal Drip

We know that proteins contain amino acids, which in turn contain sulfur compounds (see text above). When a person has a post nasal drip, mucus drains and coats the back of the tongue and throat, exactly where bacteria live. Since mucus is made up of interlinked strands of protein, the bacteria have a field day, breaking down these proteins into odorous and sour tasting sulfur type compounds. Strong Antihistamines don't help, because the drying effect of the antihistamines also creates a problem. The only method of ending the odor and taste are to use BreathRx oral products.

What about the sinuses? After personally treating nearly 10,000 people worldwide, I have yet to see a patient get rid of his bad breath following sinus surgery. First of all, these anaerobic bacteria cannot live in the sinuses. When someone has a sinus infection, one of the common symptoms are intense sinus headaches, caused by the pressure from the infection in the sinus. If you don't have these powerful headaches, you probably don't have a sinus problem. The fact is that once someone has an elevated amount of these anaerobic bacteria, they will create the problem from any protein source, including mucous, phlegm, etc, which drain down the back of your throat into the area where these bacteria live.

High Protein Foods

These bacteria love those proteins, and certain foods are packed with them:

Milk and Cheese and most other dairy products. (The fat content does not matter.) If you are lactose intolerant, do not eat or drink these products! Since your system cannot digest them properly, they are available to the bacteria for an extended period of time. A recent research article from the Los Angeles Times (November 1996) on lactose intolerance showed that nearly 67% of all Americans can be classified as "Lactose Intolerant". This is due to the fact that in a diverse population such as we have here, there is a predilection for Asians, Hispanics, and African-Americans to be lactose intolerant.

Fish are high in proteins. As many people eat a high fish diet, logically they make the problem worse.

Coffee

Coffee with caffeine (and even without) contains high levels of acids which cause the bacteria to reproduce more rapidly and create a bitter taste for many people. (Virtually any acidic type of food like processed sugar, will do this.)

Coffee drinking was one of the problems that my patients used to have. After starting my treatment, they have been able to go back to coffee drinking (in moderation of course) without any bitter tastes afterward.

What Works?

Zytex is the active ingredient in all of the BreathRx products that are recommended by Dr. Oser. It prevents the anaerobic bacteria from creating the odorous sulfide and Mercaptan compounds by neutralizing the odor causing VSC's. The end result is the formation of a "Sulfate", which has no odor or taste. It is as simple as 1-2-3-4. Just a few extra seconds will give you all day fresh breath.

Brush with the Purifying Toothpaste.

This refreshing mint gel does everything your regular toothpaste does and more! Complete whitening action, tartar control, fluoride protection and a sparkling smile are yours, all day, every day. Zytex is so potent that it keeps working long after you stop brushing.

Scrape with Anti-Bacterial Tongue Gel and gentle tongue scraper. The deep pockets of the tongue are the prime breeding spots for odor-causing anaerobic bacteria. Gentle scraping removes this bacteria and food debris. It dramatically reduces bad breath.

Floss and Water Pik with plain luke warm water. This will flush out all food debris and remaining bacteria that your brush misses. Your mouth will feel super clean and refreshed and messaged.

Rinse with Anti-Bacterial Mouth Rinse. One-half capful morning and night ensures fresh breath.

Result is you have the freshest breath ever and you are very kissable all of the time!!!

There are 2 ways to check if your breath is offensive:

At Hugh W. Oser DDS, PA, through the use of the Halimeter, we can measures the concentration of Sulfides in your breath.

A few quick home tests, which will give you a good indication if your breath offends - and costs you nothing (not as accurate as 1). Here they are:

Here are a few good ways to test your own breath at home:

Wipe the top surface of your tongue with a piece of cotton gauze and smell that. (That's probably the most honest way.) Furthermore, if you notice a yellowish stain on the cotton, it's likely that you have an elevated sulfide production level.
Lick the back of your hand. Let that dry for about 10 seconds and then smell. If you notice an odor, you have a breath disorder because the volatile sulfur compounds from your tongue have been transferred to your hand.
Run a piece of dental floss between your back teeth (especially where you may get food caught) and then smell the floss. This may be an indication of the level of odors others may detect.
Stand in front of the mirror and stick your tongue out as far as possible. If you notice that the very back of your tongue is whitish, it may be a sign that you have bad breath. Also, you can judge the reaction from others. Our patients tell us that they are no longer offered gum and mints and people no longer step away from them. It has significantly changed their confidence and improved their lives.
Ask the opinion of someone you can trust. Ask them to check your breath several times daily because breath changes throughout the day.
If certain foods alter your taste, it is a good sign that sulfur compounds are being produced. This usually happens after using Alcohol based mouthwashes, eating dairy foods, drinking alcoholic beverages, or after eating sugary products (Altoids, candy, Pepsi, Coke, etc.)
If any of the tests above prove positive (you notice an offensive odor or taste, you may want to answer our clinical questionnaire, which will further assist you in your search for fresh breath and taste).
Of course, as I mentioned before, there are more accurate methods, the most accurate being the Halimeter. This is an instrument which measures the concentration of Sulfide molecules in one's breath and/or saliva. The border line number for fresh breath vs. bad breath is about 75 ppb (parts per billion) according to Dr. Yaegaki who published the definitive article on these values. In our clinics, we have used these guidelines on thousands of patients. We have also demonstrated the use of this sensitive instrument on TV stations across the US

Bad Breath is a very embarrassing problem, as most of you already know. People who have bad breath, either don't know that they have it or they know it and can not get rid of it. They already brush and floss more often than the rest of the population. Most commercial products can't get rid of the real source of bad breath because they contain drying ingredients like Alcohol (the more dry your mouth - the worse your breath) and Detergent (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) used in toothpaste to create the suds but have absolutely no effect on the VSC.

I'm sure you've been faced with the bad breath of family members, friends, co-workers (or even your boss). How do you tell them that they have a problem, without offending them? We do it for you.In nearly all of these cases, the breath odor is not mentioned. People who have bad breath would like to receive accurate and valuable information on how they can eliminate this problem safely and affordably. Nearly 100,000 people around the world have lifted the burden of Halitosis off their shoulders by using the products and services in the office of Hugh W. Oser, DDS, PA.

Here's what we've been doing since 1994 to help you help others who have bad breath. We instituted the Halitosis Hotline that year and we can do the following, so that you can end up helping someone regain their confidence:

We will send a letter (or an email) to the person who suffers with bad breath.

Sample Letter: (Every case is different, but the following letter will give you some idea of what we will be sending out)

Dear __________________,

We are a dental office that helps many people with a problem that affects millions of people all over the world. Our office helps people achieve fresh breath all the time with minimal cost and time investment.

Many people falsely believe that bad breath is due to a lack of oral hygiene. This is absolutely not true.

Most cases of bad breath are caused by a group of anaerobic sulfur producing bacteria that all of us have within the back of our tongue and throat (and tonsils if they are present).

We have helped tens of thousands of people in the U.S. who have had this problem, but were unaware that they had any problem at all. That's because no one can smell their own breath. (It's a quirk of the brain called acclimation, which prevents you from judging your own breath).

We have a great deal of information about this very misunderstood problem on our website: wowdentistry.net including information on products which attack the bacteria with oxygenating products and also simple tips on foods to avoid.

This letter/email is meant to inform you that there is a simple way to get rid of a troubling problem and have the confidence of fresh breath all the time.

Sincerely,

Hugh W. Oser, DDS, PA President

The letter will not contain any information about YOU. (see sample letter above)
Just fill out the form below and it will be forwarded to us. We will take care of the rest. Because your desire to help others, we will send you a FREE packet of our delicious oxygenating chewing gum. (Our refreshing and delicious gum is for EVERYONE, not just bad breath sufferers.)

Information on who we should contact:

Their Name:
Their Physical Street Address:
Their City:
Their State:
Their Zip Code or Post Code:
Their Country (if NOT USA):
Their eMail Address:
Their Phone Number (with area code): (if available)

In order to send you the FREE package of Oxygenating Chewing Gum, we will need your information (this will be kept confidential)

Your Name:
Your Physical Street Address:
Your City:
Your State:
Your Zip Code or Post Code:
Your Country (if NOT USA):
Your eMail Address:
Your Phone Number (with area code):

Thank you for offering to help someone with this very misunderstood problem.

Dr. Hugh Oser is a cosmetic and sedation dentist in Keller, near Dallas Texas. Services provided include general dentistry, dallas dental veneers, cerec north texas, keller sedation dentistry, dallas tooth whitening and dallas wow dentistry.

1135 Keller Pkwy , Keller, TX 76248

Telephone: 817.431.5514