How To Tell Your S.O. He's Got Dragon Breath

Halitosis can ruin even the strongest relationship. No one wants to make out with someone whose mouth tastes like expired yogurt, but you can't exactly just tell your partner that his breath reeks. It's an awkward conversation—so we chatted with Wendy Walsh, Ph.D., to find out the best way to tell your S.O. he needs to do something about his M.O. . Here, her tips for how to freshen up your spit-swapping experience:1. Establish A System of RewardsThis one's simple: When his breath is good, reinforce with smooching. If you form a clear link between snuggling up to him right after he's brushed his teeth—and avoiding him when he's been avoiding the toothpaste—he should get the picture pretty quickly.2. Sync Your SchedulesMake a habit out of brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash together in the evening and morning, and you'll know he's doing everything he can to get the situation under control. Bonus: You'll be logging extra quality time together.3. Explain You're Just Looking Out for His WellbeingIf all else fails, you'll have to bring up his stanky breath with him. Since halitosis can be an indicator of a variety of health conditions, frame your comment as coming from a place of concern. "This is a medical thing, and you have to take care of him," says Walsh.Try saying that you read online that halitosis can be a sign of serious problems like diabetes and liver issues and follow up by telling him you're worried about him and want to make sure he's okay. If he's not currently brushing and flossing, you can bet he will be shortly—and if he is, then he really should get his butt to the dentist to check things out.More From Women's Health:Do These 9 Things And You'll Never Need Couples' Therapy12 Daily Habits of Super-Happy CouplesDoes Your Husband Really Need to be Your Best Friend?



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