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With few exceptions, the cause of bad breath is bacteria. In some of the cases, the halitosis is a result of gum disease or some tooth decay. However, bacteria living at the back of the tongue and in other cracks and crevices of the oral cavity are most likely the true cause of halitosis. Therefore, curing bad breath ultimately boils down to lowering the population of bacteria in your mouth. In all reality, the best bad breath medicine is already produced by our bodies: saliva. As saliva is so very critical to any bad breath treatment, you want to avoid anything that causes dehydration, such as: alcohol, caffeine/stimulants, medication, smoking, and excessive exercise/talking. By controlling the bacteria through effective oral hygiene, brushing in between meals, and keeping saliva levels high, you can control both bad breath and bacteria populations and end the embarrassment and social shame of halitosis.