How do you tell a person that he/she has halitosis?
By davaoguy
@davaoguy (319)
United States
February 9, 2007 3:34pm CST
I've had this dilemma before about some frineds who really had bad breath. I haven't tried telling them about it. I just reckon that they just realize my reaction when they talk near my face. I just feel bad sometimes because they are great people. I also feel bad whenever I tell my other friends about it and we all agree and we have no courage to tell them right upfront. I've tried sharing them some mints and I presume they would get the idea. Could you share some tips on how do we deal with this?
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@davaoguy (319)
• United States
9 Feb 07
I think they won't get offended when I tell them that. However, I think it's so awkward to tell them, "Hey you've got bad breath, you should consult a doctor about it". I would rather share them breath mints for as long as it takes rather than hurting their pride.
@Corrine11 (90)
• United States
9 Feb 07
Why not tell them straight out? You claim that you are good friends? If you sincerely are not trying to hurt their feelings and want to help them out, tell them please. If you can smell it, other people can, people who don't have their best interests at heart. Ask him or her, 'Can you speak to them about a sensitive subject.' Mention, that you care about them and don't want to hurt their feelings and go for it. If they are upset it will be because they are embarrassed, but who knows maybe they think something is wrong with their breath and is just waiting for an opening to talk with someone about it.
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