How to get away with bad mouth breadth - #26391
How to get away with bad mouth breadth? I don’t want to brushtwice a day. I hate that. What is the antennae solution here? Kindly help. Your views will be highly appreciated. Thanks in advance………………….
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hello vishal Shroff, Bad breath (halitosis) usually comes from bacterial buildup in the mouth, tongue, or gut. While brushing twice a day is the standard recommendation, if you’re not keen on that, you must at least adopt other strong oral hygiene practices to control odor.
1. Tongue Cleaning – Non-Negotiable
Use a tongue scraper every morning after waking up. 80–90% of bad breath comes from the back of the tongue.
2. Mouth Rinse (Instead of Brushing at Night)
Rinse with warm water + a pinch of salt + turmeric OR Use herbal mouthwash like HiOra or Arodent after meals and before bed.
3. Clove Chewing or Cardamom
Chew 1–2 cloves or elaichi (cardamom) after meals. Natural antibacterial, keeps breath fresh.
4. Hydration
Drink enough water throughout the day. Dry mouth = more bad odor.
5. Diet
Avoid too much garlic, onion, and processed sugar. Add fresh parsley or mint leaves (natural breath fresheners).
Internal Medicine (Optional but helpful) Triphala Churna – 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water (clears gut + improves oral health) Gandusha (Oil Pulling) with coconut oil or sesame oil – swish in the mouth for 2–5 min in the morning before eating anything
Investigations (if it persists): Dental checkup – hidden cavities or gum issues GI issues – If your digestion is poor, that might also be a hidden cause (e.g., acid reflux or Ama buildup) Let me know if you’d like a minimal brushing routine that’s more tolerable.
You don’t have to love brushing, but we’ll find a way you can live with it — without bad breath being part of your identity.
Hlw Vishal Ji,
welcome to your Advance appreciation!
Quick & Dirty Fixes:
Chew sugar-free gum (especially with xylitol): Stimulates saliva,
which helps clear bacteria.
Mouthwash: Use Listerine once or twice a day.
Breath sprays or mints: Short-term masking only — don’t rely solely on them.
Parsley or cloves: Natural breath fresheners that may help neutralize odor temporarily.
Better Habits (Without Brushing Twice)
If brushing twice isn’t your thing, at least make sure you’re covering the basics:
Tongue scraper: 90% of bad breath bacteria live on your tongue.
Floss: Food stuck between your teeth rots and stinks — floss daily if you can.
Drink more water: Dry mouth = bad breath. Sip regularly.
Snack on crunchy fruits/veggies: Apples and carrots help clean teeth surfaces.
Thank you!
HELLO VISHAL,
Bad breadth (halitosis) can be caused by many factors - poor oral hygiene, gum disease, coated tongue, dry mouth, or systemic imbalances. In Ayurveda, it’s often linked to Ama (toxins) and imbalances in pitta or Kapha dosha , particularly if digestion is impaired.
If you’re unwilling to brush twice daily, you’ll need alternatives that manage both oral hygiene and internal balance.
AYURVEDIC CAUSES -Ama(toxins) buildup from poor digestion -kapha imbalance- excess mucus and oral coating -pitta imbalance- acidity, ulcers, four odor -coated tongue from undigested food
MANAGEMENT PLAN
1) DAILY ORAL DETOX
A)OIL PULLING (Gandusha ) -use cold pressed coconut oil -swish in mouth for 10-15 minutes, do not swallow -spit and rinse with warm water -benefits= pulls toxins, kills bacteria, reduces odor
B) TONGUE SCRAPING (jihwa prakshalana) -use a copper or stainless steel scraper every morning -removes ama and bacterial corating
C) HERBAL TOOTH POWDER (instead of brushing) If brushing twice a day feels like a chore -use ayurvedic tooth powder once a day (with neem, babool, clove) -can be used with a finger if brushing is disliked
POWDER -neem powder= 2 parts -clove powder= 1 part -triphala powder= 1 part -rock salt=1/2 part rub gently on gums and teeth for 2-3 mins
2) INTERNAL DETOX
-TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water at night =supports gut detox and removes Ama
-FENNEL SEEDS OR CARDAMOM -chew after meals to freshen breath naturally
-TRIKATU POWDER (if kapha or mucus is high) -1/2 tsp with honey after meals =boosts digestion , reduces bad breadth due to undigested food
-DRINK CUMIN-FENNEL-CORIANDER TEA =boil 1 tsp of each in water, sip throughout the day
DIET -avoid heavy, oily, fried foods- it causes ama(toxins) -limit garlic, onions (cause lingering odor) -avoid excessive dairy (increases kapha) -increases leafy greens, bitter and astringent foods
LIFESTYLE TIPS -hydrate well to avoid dry mouth -avoid smoking/tobacco -fast once a week with warm water, fruits, and light khichdi -practice nadi sodhana pranayam to balance digestion and detox
AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS -Divya dant manjan -Ayush fresh toothpaste -Triphala churna(baidyanath or zandu) -Herbodent Ayurvedic toothpaste
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Avoid bakery , processed and dairy products. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Maintain local hygiene. OroT gargle twice a day
Don’t worry vishal, **The most basic and effective way to combat bad breath is to brush your teeth twice a day and clean your tongue, there are several Ayurvedic practices you can incorporate into your daily routine to help address the issue, even if you are not brushing twice a day. **Here are some Ayurvedic approaches to consider: 1.JIHWA PRAKSHALANA This involves gently scraping the tongue from back to front to remove accumulated toxins and bacteria. 2.OIL PULLING (GANDUSH/KAVALA This ancient practice involves swishing oil (such as organic sesame oil or coconut oil) around your mouth for 10-15 minutes before spitting it out. 3.start Chewing fennel seeds, cardamom, cloves, or anise seeds after meals. These have antiseptic properties and can help combat odor-causing bacteria. 4. You can also use Kbir Mouthwash… **Consider chewing spices like fennel seeds, clove ,cardamom. **Daily Drink plenty of water. **Eat fresh fruits and vegetables. **start taking curd in your daily routine. Follow up after 1 month…
Hey vishaal. Is your gut health ok? Identify if you are overeating? More junk, if yes stop it . Brushing at night is must for you but if you dont want to follow , start keeping funnel seeds or cardimum (ilaychi) in your mouth). Whenever you eat food rinse your oral cavity properly or gargle with mouth freshener. Start eating dinner before 8pm.
Bad mouth breath cause can be: 1) poor digestion 2) poor oral hygiene. 3) acidity problem 4) severe constipation Take Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Gargle& Rinse your mouth 2-3 times with triphala kwath. Amla juice 10ml twice daily after food with water. Follow up after 15 days
Simple Remedies
1. Gently cleaning the tongue surface and soft palate twice daily is the most effective way to keep bad breath in control.
2. Eating a healthy breakfast with rough foods helps clean the very back of the tongue.
3. Gargling right before bedtime with an effective mouthwash.
Treatment 1) tab arogyavardhini vati -2 tab before food with milk 2 times a day
2) tab patola katurohinyadi kashayam -before food with honey 2 times a day
3) iremedadi taila - gargling 3 times
4) khadiradi vati - 1 tab chewing - 5 times a day
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya
Maintaining proper oral hygiene, including daily tongue cleaning, brushing, flossing, and periodic visits to dentists and hygienists; Clean the tongue with copper or steel tongue cleaner.
Brush thoroughly at least twice a day, and floss daily.
Brush with Baking soda powder.
Always keep the oral mucosa wet.
After meals gargle with water for at least 20 seconds.
Chewing of clove, cardamom, cinnamon or fennel.
Apathya
Avoid garlic and onions, etc. containing sulfur compounds.
Hi Vishal this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem… * Use any normal mouth freshener which is available Rx- Dashamoola kwath churna…(boil this powder in 1 glass of water reduce to half) Use it for mouth gargle Dantasanjeevini powder mix with boiled kashaya apply all over teeth leave for 5min then wash
Just follow this you get results… Thank you
Avoiding to brush twice daily could contribute to the challenge of bad breath; however, integrating Ayurveda, there are alternative methods to manage this situation effectively. The root cause in Ayurveda can relate to imbalances in doshas, particularly as Vata and Pitta. Dental hygiene importance correlate here with the concept of ‘agni’, or digestive fire, and overall oral health.
The first approach is oil pulling using sesame oil or coconut oil, both are great choices. Swish the oil gently around your mouth for about 15 minutes, ideally first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Spit out the oil afterwards, do not swallow. This practice can help with detoxifying mouth and enhancing oral health.
Secondly, try herbal remedies to boost oral health. Chewing fresh coriander or fennel seeds post meals can help as they’re known to soothe digestive fire and freshen breath naturally. Triphala powder, another Ayurvedic remedy, can be used as a mouthwash after being mixed with warm water, aiding in detoxification and maintaining oral cleanliness.
Eating a balanced diet that supports good digestion can also help reduce bad breath. Avoid overly spicy, oily, or heavy foods that might aggravate Pitta or Kapha. Favor lighter meals, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables ensuring the digestive system is functioning properly.
Drinking enough water throughout the day keeps the mouth moist, washing away food particles, and bacteria naturally. Hydration is crucial for good oral health.
Finally, consider incorporating tongue scraping using a metal scraper after brushing or oil pulling. This helps remove bacteria and prevent bad breath. Each method requires discipline and consistency. A holistic Ayurvedic lifestyle aims to improve health from inside out, addressing whole body wellness rather than just symptoms.
Bad mouth breath, or halitosis as it’s known, can be quite the nuisance, but there are some Ayurvedic methods to help manage it. From the Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, it’s important to first understand that bad breath often stems from digestive imbalances or oral hygiene issues. Pitta dosha, responsible for heat and digestion, could be contributing to your bad breath if it’s aggravated.
One step you could consider is oil pulling, a tradition in Ayurveda. Take a tablespoon of sesame oil and swish it in your mouth for about 10-15 minutes first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. This helps in removing the toxins from your mouth and freshens the breath, along with other oral benefits.
Additionally, taking warm water with fennel seeds after meals can help improve digestion and cleanse the mouth naturally, as fennel seeds are known for their antibacterial properties. This could ease any digestive issues that might be causing the bad breath.
You might also want to chew a small piece of fresh licorice root. Its natural sweetness and inherent medicinal properties can act on bad breath directly and is actually quite pleasant.
Stay hydrated; dry mouth can exacerbate breath problems, so drinking water regularly can help keep your mouth clean. Avoid too much spicy, oily, and acidic foods which can aggravate Pitta and worsen the condition.
If these methods don’t seem to help much, it could point to an underlying health issue, so do seek a health professional’s guidance. Remember that, while skipping tooth brushing may seem easier, it’s essential for overall oral cleanliness and shouldn’t be avoided entirely.
HELLO VISHAL,
BAD BREATH(HALITOSIS)- ayurvedic management
you have bad mouth breath and dislike brushing twice a day. you’re looking for an “antennae” solution
In Ayurveda, bad breath (known as mukhadooshika or part of dantamala) is caused by -poor oral hygiene -ama(toxins) -improper digestion -coating on the tongue -excessive kapha or pitta imbalance
SIMPLE AYURVEDIC ROUTINE 1) OIL PULLING= ONCE DAILY HOW= swish 1 tbsp of sesame or coconut oil in your mouth for 5-10 minutes, then spit and rinse
WHEN= morning on empty stomach
WHY= pulls toxins, reduces bacteria , freshens breath
2) TONGUE SCRAPING= DAILY -use a copper or stainless steel scraper -removes coating that causes odor
3) HERBAL MOUTH RINSE -use decoction of triphala, neem, or clove water boil and cool -acts as antibacterial and breath fresher
4) CHEW NATURAL FRESHENERS -fennel seeds, cardamom, or clove after meals -reduces odor and promotes digestion
5) SUPPORT DIGESTION -sip warm water with ginger -take hingwastaka churna 1/2 tsp with warm water if digestion is poor twice daily before meals
6) AVOID THESE -onion garlic - heavy food at night -excess sugar, dairy, or meat that promotes kapha -smoking, alcohol
-Rub teeth with herbal tooth powder (triphala+rock salt+neem powder) -even using your finger can be better than nothing
-practie Pauli Kriya or Kapalbhati pranayam to cleanse gut and reduce ama
You can somewhat manage bad breath without brushing twice daily by -oil pulling+tongue scraping+herbal rinse+ digestion suport but brushing even once with herbal paste us still highly advised
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
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