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Oral ICK! Ask Dr. Miro [What You Didn’t Learn in Health Class]
Dear Dr. Miro,
I’ve been dating a guy for a couple months and I really like everything about him except one major issue. He has the worst breath EVER!!! The last time he picked me up for a date I couldn’t kiss him because his pie-hole smelled ROTTEN. I made up an excuse as to why I had to stay home. Am I being shallow for dumping him?
Sincerely,
Freshness Lovahh
Dear FL,
When something smells rotten, it usually is. When his mouth, an extremely exposed portion of his being, is gross, how can you even consider exploring what may be in his pants? When a fellow cannot handle simple oral hygiene it makes us question what other aspects of his life are beyond him. I do not think it makes you shallow to want to avoid mouth-decay. However, if this guy means a lot to you, let him know a visit to the dentist is in order. He may have a few cavities as well as bigger tooth and gum issues.
Kissing is so important in a loving sexual relationship. It is hard to get things started in passionate deliciousness when there is a cloud of Ick wafting from your potential lover’s lips. Smells are major in what may turn you on and off. Pay attention to what your senses are telling you. You know what you need to do.
Lust & Happiness,
Dr. Miro
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This actually happened to me once, but I was the person with the bad breath. I dumped the person who suggested I go to the dentist on the spot, especially as it hadn’t come up with anyone else I dated. Bad breath is weird. It could be because of diet or illness, but I think it’s rarely because the person isn’t brushing, and no one likes being accused of poor oral hygiene. I say just dump him and move on to the next guy as there’s no way to gently point this out at the beginning of a relationship. Have dated several people since that person, I honestly think that sometimes other people just don’t smell right to you. Maybe it’s a pheromone thing.