The depression crept back up and now it’s taken over. You don’t even feel like finishing the show you were watching. You get a glass of water from the kitchen and shuffle into your bedroom, collapsing on the bed.

You feel like crying but also have the sense that it won’t make you feel any better. You just lay there, staring at that rug on the floor with a glazed-over expression.

You eventually passed out that night and never got your teeth brushed. It’s not the end of the world, right? Well, if that’s not a rare occurrence, it can be a big deal. Understanding the relationship between mental health and oral health is also significant, as you work to take better care of yourself in both respects.

Mondays, mosquitos, migraines, and morning breath – these are things that nobody wants in their life. Some are harder to get rid of than others. Fortunately, dentists know the root causes of morning breath and that stepping up one’s oral hygiene can help give that unwanted guest its eviction notice.

Below, you’ll find a variety of factors that can cause morning breath, as well as actionable information to minimize its impact as you begin your day.