So for the first time in my life, I find myself chatting it up less. I am so skeptical that because I am not getting all the nutrients necessary to keep it fresh or by the least neutral.

I am afraid to constantly use my mouth wash as often because I often end up swallowing some and I'm not trying to harm my brand new stomach.

Any advice? I get so upset at people when they do not take care of their hygiene and certainly do not want to become a hypocrite.

Listerine breath strips.

I used tic tac's ..... they worked wonders....

http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/lowcarbliving/a/Is-Your-Low-Carb-Diet-Giving-You-Bad-Breath.htm

Ketosis can give you bad breath. I have fasted often in the past and know this to be true. It seems you are early on. When you get into a bigger variety of foods in future phases it should alleviate the problem.

I don't have advice, but wanted to let you know that I have had the same worries! Since starting the pre-op liquid diet, I have an awful taste in my mouth all the time. I am so scared I have bad breath! I just use breath mints and brush my teeth a lot! Good Luck!

Does everyone who had the surgery gets bad breath?

Does everyone who had the surgery gets bad breath?

No, not everyone. I did but there are others on here who said they never did.

I think it comes with the territory. I believe it has a lot to do with ketosis and acid reflux. It's horrible. I brush up to 5 times a day, rinse with mouth wash and constantly am chewing gum. My mouth always tastes horrible. Plus the acid is eating the enamel off my teeth.

I've learned mints and mouth spray will become one of my best friends during this process! I always have something in my pocket or purse, never leave home without it! Lol

Thanks guys, I spoke to my nurse today and she said-drink a lot of water...,says it neutralizes it. Lets see. So uncomfortable.