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6 ways to beat bad breath this party season

It’s not just socially embarrassing – there could be something more serious going on in your mouth

Bad breath, or halitosis, is something that concerns many of us, especially at this time of the year when we’re mingling more with others. It’s caused by the process of digestion, which begins in the mouth, when food starts to be broken down. Without good dental hygiene small particles of food will remain in the mouth, allowing bacteria to flourish, leading to gum inflammation (gingivitis) and tooth decay – both

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