Treating a Bad Taste in Your Mouth

Topic Overview

Everyone gets a bad taste in the mouth from time to time. Try the following simple home treatment measures to improve the taste in your mouth:

• Gargle with water.
• Using toothpaste, brush your teeth, tongue, roof of your mouth, and gums at least two times a day.
• Rinse your mouth with mouthwash.
• Drink liquids, chew sugar-free gum or mints, or suck on sour candies.
• Use plastic utensils if you have a bitter or metallic taste when eating.