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Stink Situation:(
I've had very bad breath for as long as I can remember(LONG time!!)...I brush twice a day and floss once. I also scrape my tongue but my tongue is all white and when I scrape I can't seem to get all the white to ever come out? Everywhere I go I always have gum in my mouth cuz I know it smells bad. But my bf wants to make out with me and I'm afraid he will smell or even taste the bad breath please help!! I'm to afraid to tell my dentist:(
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Dear "Stink Situation:(",
There are several causes of bad breath.
One is definitely diet related. If you are eating foods that are damaging your chromosomes, and attaching your DNA, you will get all kinds of stinks.
Here is a link for that;
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You must keep in mind that your parent's types will effect the food you eat as well.
Have you rules out gingivitis? The TV propaganda tells us that it is the leading cause of bad breath.
Good Luck!
Doktor Tammy
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When it comes to talking to your doctors, which includes your Dentist you need to tell them everything that concerns you or is bothering you medically. This is the only way a doctor can help you.
If you are over the age of 14 you have medical confidentiality, which means none of your doctors can discuss any medical condition with your parents, or anyone else, without your written permission. This is by law and contained in a law called HIPPA.
So if your concern has to do with your parents knowing something you do not want them to know; this generally has to do with something of a sexual nature, then you have nothing to worry about.
There are any number of reasons for bad breath. Most if not all are easily corrected. To do so you need to see the proper doctor and have the situation taken care of.
One final note: When it comes to medical conditions such as this and most all others: I do not believe hiding them from your parents is in your best interest. While you may have the right by law, another law says your parents are responsible for your health and safety until your at least 18. While they may not be happy with the reason for you medical condition, they are older and more experienced then you are which makes them better prepared to deal with whatever medical condition is bothering you.
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Don't be afraid to tell the dentist. He/she could really help you.
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