While most people suffer from halitosis on
occasion, there are a variety of conditions that can cause an individual to
experience bad breath on a regular basis. Fortunately for those suffering from
chronic bad breath, there are a number of treatments that treat the common
causes of halitosis and prevent its occurrence.
Informational Credit to Midtown Dental Centre.
Rizwan Ahmad
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Imbalance in the Environment in the
Mouth
Bacteria and yeast both occur naturally
within the human mouth. Too much or too little of one or the other upsets your
mouth's environment, which can lead to a number of problems, halitosis
included. When yeast levels in the mouth increase, bacteria levels decrease,
which can cause bad breath as the bacteria cannot work as well to break down food
and dead skin remaining in the mouth. Frequent dry mouth can increase yeast in
the mouth, as can an excess of dairy (yogurt and cheese especially) in your
diet. Brush and floss daily, drink plenty of fluids, and use sugar free gum or
mints, when needed, to clean away bacteria and keep saliva flowing.
SEE ALSO: Shut Your Mouth! How To Maintain Good Breath All Day Long
SEE ALSO: Shut Your Mouth! How To Maintain Good Breath All Day Long
Diseases of the Teeth and Gums
Prolonged exposure to harmful
bacteria—which can come from many sources—leads to tooth decay and gum disease
and persistent bad breath that cannot be alleviated at home. It is important to
visit the dentist to treat the underlying oral health problems. An
antibacterial mouthwash may also be recommended to kill offensive odor-inducing
germs.
Smelly Foods and Stinky Habits
Certain foods, such as garlic, onions,
fish, and coffee, will cause bad breath that persists beyond a meal. The
odor-inducing components reach the blood stream and are expelled through the
lungs, resulting in bad breath hours later. Alcohol and tobacco can have the
same effect. A Windsor dentist recommends consuming tea, parsley, celery, and
cranberries, as these foods fight the odor-causing bacteria which contribute to
halitosis.
Stomach or Throat Problems
Those who suffer from excess stomach acid
or conditions such as GERD may have an increased risk of persistent halitosis.
Stomach acid has a foul odor when it backs up into the throat or through
burping. Controlling the disorder and reducing stomach acid may help.
Tonsilitis may also be to blame for chronic halitosis—check for swelling of or
discomfort in the tonsil area, as this may be a symptom of infected tonsils.
Medical Conditions
Certain medical conditions, both avoidable
and unavoidable, may increase odor coming from the lungs to result in frequent
bad breath. Eating a low-carb diet encourages the body to break down sugars
more effectively, resulting in halitosis. Diseases such as diabetes may have
the same effect. Eat healthy carbohydrates by way of vegetables or fruits and
see your family doctor to keep medical conditions under control to reduce the risk
of bad breath.
Conclusion
Those
with persistent halitosis should see a dentist or a family physician to
determine the cause of bad breath and participate in appropriate treatments for
the underlying cause to help eliminate mouth odors.Informational Credit to Midtown Dental Centre.
Rizwan Ahmad
About the Author:
This article is contributed by Emma Sturgis and posted by Rizwan Ahmad Author and founder of myfoodforu blog He is a blogger from India and he loves to share his thoughts by writing articles on the different topics related to humanity,
This article is contributed by Emma Sturgis and posted by Rizwan Ahmad Author and founder of myfoodforu blog He is a blogger from India and he loves to share his thoughts by writing articles on the different topics related to humanity,
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