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That can create conditions that allow bacteria to thrive and increase the likelihood of dry mouth, bad breath, and other oral health issues.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026 Swishables' crisp flavors neutralize bad breath instantly, giving you lasting confidence during close conversations, post-lunch meetings, dates and beyond.—ABC News,
20 June 2026 Saliva is one of the best natural defenses against oral bacteria, which cause decay and bad breath.—
Colleen Murphy,
Health,
13 May 2026 Garlic, along with ingredients like onions, parsley and chives, is banned from the Met Gala menu because host Anna Wintour reportedly dislikes it and wants to avoid bad breath in close-up conversations or messy-looking food in photos, E!—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for bad breath