Bad Breath medically known as Halitosis can be defined as unpleasant smell coming from the mouth. It may be occasional and sometimes be chronic.
Symptoms of Bad Breath
- Unpleasant odor or taste in the mouth
- Dry Mouth
- White coating on the tongue
Bad breathe may be caused by poor oral hygiene, diseases or other causes.
Main causes of Bad Breath
- Food that cause bad odors
- Tobacco Products
- Health Problems
- Dry Mouth
- Oral Infections
- Dental Problems
- Medications
- Health Problems associated with Bad Breath
The persistence of bad breath may be sometimes a warning sign of periodontal or gum diseases. Which is caused by the buildup of plaque on teeth. Untreated gum diseases may sometimes damage the gums and jawbone. Other dental causes of bad breath include the following:
- Dental Cavities
- Yeast infection of the mouth
- Poorly fitting of dental appliances
Dry mouth also known as xerostomia is a medical condition which causes bad breath. It may caused due to some medications or salivary gland problems.
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The following are some diseases that may cause bad breath, which we should be aware of:
- Pneumonia or bronchitis
- Chronic Sinus infections
- Diabetes
- Chronic acid reflux
- Liver or kidney problems
How to beat Bad breath?
- Practice good oral hygiene: Brush twice a day and also clean your tongue as well.
- Stop smoking and chewing tobacco products
- Drink lot of water, this will help to beat dry mouth
- Consult a dentist at least twice in a year.
If proper oral hygiene doesn't help you to get rid of bad breath and your bad breath is accompanied by the following you should consult a dentist:
- Persistent Dry Mouth
- Sores in Mouth
- Difficulty or pain while chewing or swallowing
- Dental Pain or broken teeth
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