Seeing advertisements of close up may fill the same desire in your mind, and having a good breath is
considered as a sign of good hygiene. Bad breath also called Halitosis, is an unpleasant and persistent
odor in exhaled breath usually not too serious, commonly called bad breath. There are different types of
bad breath:
Rotten egg smell
Moldy or fungus smell
The fruity or sweet smell
Fecal smell
Fishy smell
Dental care and bad breath
You can check if you have bad breath by cupping your hands over your mouth and nose or licking the inside of your wrist. Bad breath can arise from a problem in your mouth or throat(especially from poor hygiene) or metabolic processes.
Below are some symptoms of it
Build up around teeth.
A constant need to clear your throat and thick saliva.
Burning tongue.
Dry mouth.
Post-nasal drip, or mucus.
A white coating on the tongue.
The uneven and microscopic surface of the tongue can trap the bacteria that produce odors contributing to bad breath. Strep throat, acid reflux, sinus infections, and systemic issues could be the underlying causes of long-lasting unpleasant breath.
Here are some common causes of bad breath
Poor dental hygiene.
Tobacco causes its own unpleasant mouth odor.
Gum disease.
After eating some foods such as garlic, onions, and spices, you may have bad breath.
Xerostomia (Dry mouth) as saliva helps cleanse your mouth, removing particles that are responsible for bad breath.
Infections in the mouth.
Medications
Seasonal allergies.
Sinus infections.
Gastrointestinal problems such as acid reflux.
Bad breath is a common problem, affecting 25 percent of people. It can cause significant psychological distress. There are several treatments available for it.
Following are preventive measures for bad breath
Brush your teeth at least 2 times a day.
Hydrate yourself, so you can protect your mouth from drying.
Floss at least once a day.
Use toothpaste that contains fluoride.
Gently clean your tongue once a day.
Avoid foods that sour your breath.
Do not smoke.
Chew sugarless gum, the bacteria in your mouth use sugar to make acid, which causes bad breath.
Get a regular dental check-up.
See your doctor if you still have bad breath after self-treatment or get mouth sores that can be felt or seen.
Follow these ways to manage bad breath
Brush your teeth after a meal.
Use a good quality mouth wash.
Stick your pocket or purse with sugar-free candy or gums.
Drink fluoridated water.
Limit alcoholic drinks.
With the help of your dentist, do necessary dietary and hygiene changes in your routine.
And, Don't be scared to create charming laughter!
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