Oct 07 2010
Bad breath, halitosis, bird cage mouth – there are hundreds of different terms used to describe this condition. For many, bad breath is like a life sentence behind bars, it has totally ruined their social life. Strangely, this problem can be resolved – it just takes a little effort. If you do have bad breath, [...]
Sep 01 2010
Why do we have bad breath? Imagine not cleaning the garbage bin at home for a couple of days. The stench will not let you stay at home unless you are stuffing the garbage bin with only shredded paper. Now, imagine parts of the garbage sitting in your mouth for hours. Your mouth will, of [...]
Aug 23 2010
I must confess I judge people by their appearance. As in, the first impression is always formed by the way a person presents himself/herself. Now, let me also tell you that I am not looking for a Prada label on people’s clothes. I like people who maintain personal hygiene and wear clean clothes. But when [...]
Aug 03 2010
What do you check when you are about to leave home – for work or leisure? Most of us check our reflection in the mirror. A friend of mine always ensures his shoes are shining bright. Another friend checks to see if she is carrying makeup in her bag. While everything else is fine, don’t [...]
Jul 30 2010
Is there an oral problem that’s marring your smile? Are you aware of the oral problems that are likely to affect you in the absence of proper oral care? Do you know what you need to do if you get rid of such a problem? Bad breath, or halitosis, can mar your smile when you [...]
Jul 17 2010
“You stink!” I’m sure you don’t want to hear that ever. And yet, there are times when it would have been better if a friend came and told you that. After all, you could do something about it before you arrived for a meeting with your boss or a client. Only if that friend of [...]
Jun 05 2010
Bad breath is bad for your reputation. And bad breath indicates that you don’t have good oral health. If you don’t want to chase people with the foul smell in your mouth, take action at once. Here are three ways to prevent bad breath. Keep your mouth clean at all times. If you can taste [...]
Apr 21 2010
Your mouth can chase people away. Your teeth may be a reason people don’t want to stand next to you or talk to you for long. How do you ensure that they never become a reason for embarrassment for you? Here’s how. Keep your breath in check. Find out if your breath is making others [...]
Mar 20 2010
Don’t tell me you never thought about it! You know you are at a risk of ruining your reputation if you don’t keep bad breath at bay. So what are you doing about it? Here’s what we recommend. Brush and floss daily: Fight the smell-causing bacteria with the two most trustworthy weapons you have – [...]
Mar 09 2010
Last night I met a man I was very impressed with. He seemed to me a rare intellectual. He was intelligent, and above all, he was humble. I was impressed, and then guess what happened. In close proximity, I smelled that foul breath of his, and I was impressed no more. Yes, I know, I [...]