Treat & Prevent Bad Breath |
Posted: November 30, 2016 |
Bad breath, also called halitosis, is a very common issue that can affect anyone, irrespective of age and gender. In United Kingdom, it is estimated that one in four people may have halitosis on a regular basis, which can be embarrassing. It is quite awkward to tell anybody that you have bad breath. People around you may notice it, but they would hesitate to tell you. So, a simple way of finding out whether you have halitosis is lick your wrist, let it dry and smell it. If the smell is unpleasant, it is more likely that you have halitosis. Causes of bad breath There are a number of factors causing halitosis. It is often a result of poor oral or dental hygiene. Improper oral care builds up bacteria in your mouth, which produce toxins, making your breath smell bad. Bacteria break down and release an unpleasant smelling gas, which can give rise to halitosis. Long-standing bad breath can be a sign of gingivitis or gum disease. Plaque formation due to poor oral hygiene can emit strong offensive smell from the mouth. Other causes include smoking, drinking alcohol, eating pungent foods (garlic or onion), chronic infection, or bad effects of certain medicines. Treatment & Prevention The only best way you can improve your breath and prevent halitosis is keeping good oral hygiene. So, to improve your oral and dental health, you need to:
To prevent bad breath, quit smoking, eat healthy, limit sugar intake, reduce alcohol consumption, drink plenty of water and chew sugar-free gum. See your GP, dentist or dental therapist if you have bad breath albeit following above mentioned treatment and prevention. Check with your dentist to know more about oral care tips for improving your dental hygiene. Sometimes a chronic halitosis needs thorough investigation to rule out any underlying oral or dental problem.
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