What can I do about the bad breath after the balloon?

Question

I work a lot with people and even my kids are complaining about my bad breath after the balloon is in. What can I do?

Hugh L. Houston, MD · Answer

Bad breath after the balloon is usually caused by food staying in the stomach too long and adhering to the balloon.  We recommend liquids for 1-2 days and drinking some diet soda to clean balloon.

H. Joseph Naim, MD, FACS · Answer

Try drinking some diet soda like 7 Up, Ginger Ale, or Canada Dry...
They tend to wash the balloon and help you reduce the Bad Breath!
Also try some over the counter meds for bad breath in general.

Pablo Garcia, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello,bad breath may be prevented or resolved by making sure you’re getting adequate liquids. Women should drink at least 48 ounces of fluids a day and men should drink at least 64 ounces of fluids every day. This should be done regardless of whether or not you’re experiencing bad breath.Hope this was helpful,Regards.

What can I do about the bad breath after the balloon?

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