Call it bad breath or halitosis, is an unpleasant condition that causes embarrassment. Some people with bad breath and have realized the problem. If you are concerned about bad breath, see your dentist.
He or she can help identify the cause and, if due to a dental condition, you can develop a treatment plan to help eliminate the problem.
What you eat affects the air you exhale. Certain foods, like garlic and onions, contribute to objectionable breath odor. Once foods have been absorbed into the bloodstream and metabolized products are transferred to the lungs where it is expelled. Brushing, flossing and mouthwash will only mask the odor temporarily. Odors continue until the body eliminates the food. The Dieters may develop unpleasant breath from infrequent eating.
If you do not brush and floss daily, food particles will remain in the mouth that will accumulate bacteria that cause bad breath. Food that collects between the teeth, tongue and around the gums can rot and leave an unpleasant odor.
Bad breath can also be caused by the problem of dry mouth (xerostomia) that occurs when the flow of saliva decreases. Saliva is necessary to cleanse the mouth and remove particles that may cause odor. Dry mouth can be caused by various medications, salivary gland problems or continuously breathing through the mouth. If you suffer from dry mouth, your dentist may prescribe an artificial saliva, or suggest using sugarless candy and increasing the amount of water consumed.
Snuff products cause bad breath. If you use snuff, ask your dentist for tips on quitting.
Bad breath can signal a medical problem, such as a localized infection in the respiratory tract, chronic sinusitis, postnasal drip, chronic bronchitis, diabetes, gastrointestinal disturbance, or liver disease or kidney. If your dentist determines that your mouth is healthy, it could refer you to your family doctor or specialist to determine the cause of bad breath.
It is essential to maintaining good oral health to reduce bad breath. Schedule regular dental visits for a professional cleaning and checkup. If you think you have constant bad breath, write down the foods you eat and make a list of medications you take. Some medications may play a role in creating mouth odors. Let your dentist if you have had surgery or illness since your last visit.
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to remove food particles and plaque. Once a day, use floss or an inter-dental cleaner to clean between teeth.
Mouthwashes generally have no lasting cosmetic effect on bad breath. If you need something to constantly freshen breath and hide the unpleasant mouth odor, see your dentist. If you need more help in controlling plaque, your dentist may recommend a special antimicrobial mouth rinse. The fluoride mouth rinse, used along with brushing and flossing, can help prevent tooth decay.
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