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Celebrate National Fresh Breath Day on August 6 and make sure your breath is minty fresh all day long! This special day was first started in the early 2000s as a way to raise awareness about good oral hygiene. It's also a great opportunity for people to learn more about how to keep their mouths clean, healthy and free of bad breath-causing bacteria. Let's celebrate this important holiday by brushing our teeth twice daily, flossing regularly and using mouthwash after every meal!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1873</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Commercial Toothpaste</div><div class='timeline-text'>Colgate began mass production of toothpaste in jars, significantly advancing oral care and fresh breath.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1885</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut of Modern Toothbrushes</div><div class='timeline-text'>First American production of toothbrushes began, improving oral hygiene and promoting fresh breath.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1896</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Listerine</div><div class='timeline-text'>First marketed as a surgical antiseptic, Listerine soon became a common mouthwash helping to freshen breath.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Fluoride Toothpaste</div><div class='timeline-text'>Procter & Gamble introduced Crest, the first clinically proven fluoride-containing toothpaste, improving dental health and breath freshness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Breath Strips Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>Listerine launched PocketPaks, the first oral care strips, offering on-the-go breath freshening.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Fresh Breath Day Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The inception of National Fresh Breath Day in the early 2000s aimed to emphasize good oral hygiene and fresh breath awareness.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Brush your teeth</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure to brush your teeth every morning and night, and consider brushing after meals, too. Use a toothbrush with soft bristles and fluoride toothpaste, and don’t forget to floss.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit the dentist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Schedule regular dental checkups at least every six months for routine cleanings and checkups. This will help prevent gum disease and catch any other problems early.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Drink plenty of water</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Water helps keep your mouth moist, which helps reduce bad breath. Drink at least eight glasses of water each day to keep your breath fresh.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Chew sugarless gum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Chewing sugarless gum can help freshen your breath by increasing saliva production, which helps wash away bacteria in the mouth.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat a healthy diet</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What you eat affects your breath. Eating foods high in fiber can help fight bad breath, so focus on eating lots of fruits, vegetables, grains, and nuts. Avoid sugary or starchy snacks that encourage bacterial growth.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps maintain your oral hygiene</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Clean and fresh breath is an important part of maintaining healthy and hygienic oral health. It helps to prevent bad breath by removing bacteria that can cause bad odors and promoting a fresher, cleaner mouth environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It boosts your confidence</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Having fresh breath gives you the confidence boost you need in both social and professional environments. Knowing your breath won't turn people away will make you more outgoing and engaging with everyone around you!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It improves relationships with others</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Good hygiene habits are essential for any relationship, whether it's romantic or platonic. Bad breath can make us seem unapproachable and frustratingly repellent, which makes National Fresh Breath Day so important - it reminds us to take care of our mouths so we can make genuine, lasting connections with other people!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The term Halitosis comes from Latin</h3><p class='facts-text'>Halitosis, the scientific term for bad breath, comes from the Latin word 'halitus', meaning 'breath', and the Greek suffix '-osis' used to indicate a medical condition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Saliva plays a crucial role in maintaining fresh breath</h3><p class='facts-text'>During the day, your mouth produces saliva, which helps cleanse your mouth, removing food particles that may cause bad breath. At night, production decreases leading to the phenomenon commonly known as 'morning breath'.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Chronic bad breath can be a sign of health problems</h3><p class='facts-text'>Persistent bad breath can sometimes be a sign of more serious underlying health issues such as gum disease, acid reflux, diabetes or kidney problems.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Certain foods can naturally combat bad breath</h3><p class='facts-text'>Foods like raw apples, carrots, and celery can help clean your teeth between brushings, aiding in maintaining fresh breath because they improve saliva production, which naturally cleans your mouth.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>An estimated 30% of the global population suffers from chronic bad breath</h3><p class='facts-text'>According to studies, approximately one in three people around the globe have a form of chronic bad breath, making it a very common issue, and underscoring the importance of good oral hygiene habits.</p></div></div></div>
National Fresh Breath Day is celebrated on August 6 every year. In 2024 National Fresh Breath Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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