Bad Breath

[biggiesmalls250 9]

Has anyone noticed that they have abnormally bad breath post op? My mouth is ALWAYS dry which I know can contribute and I always have Water but how long is bad breath symptom supposed to last? It's awful!

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[FrankyG 1,450]

Likely it's because you're in ketosis from the lack of carbohydrates.

http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/type-1-diabetes-guide/what-is-ketosis#1

[AvaFern 3,516]

How far out are you? I noticed I had bad breath until I got back onto solid food. The liquids just kind of stuck to my tongue, while with food, the mechanical act of chewing has all of the pieces of food scraping all over your mouth and sort of cleaning it a little bit more than just liquid. Honestly, not sure if that's a real reason or not, but once I was off liquids, I didn't have to brush my tongue compulsively to have normal breath.

[Shaefon 0]

Yes my mouth be super dry and smells sometimes and I never had bad breath

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[SoExcited101 190]

I am so happy to read this post cause I was sleeved 8 22 16 and I noticed my mouth gets dry and sometimes I have bad breath. I even made me a dentist appointment because I thought something was wrong but no tarter build up, no cavities and they said I do a good job flossing. I didn't have such dry and on and off bad breath until I had this surgery so thank you this post helps a lot

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[mohairbears 37]

Your also very dehydrated sip Water or you favourite drink constantly. Best wishes xox

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