What are the Main Causes of Bad Breath?
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10 May 2022

What are the Main Causes of Bad Breath?

Bad breath, also known as Halitosis, occurs due to poor dental habits. It also indicates additional health problems. Furthermore, diet and other unhealthy lifestyle choices also add to bad breath issues. You have to take the necessary steps to prevent and treat Halitosis at home and with the help of your dentist.
 

How can food affect breath? 

 

The doctors claim that everything you eat begins to deteriorate in your mouth—the food you consume and ingest into your circulatory system, and then deliver to the lungs. After completing the circulations system, the foods change into the breath which you exhale.  

Eating meals with strong odors, brushing and flossing, and mouthwash can hide the smell (such as garlic or onion). The scent would not disappear until the food passes through your system. We have mentioned below other food items that are also bad for breath:
 

  1. Cheese 
  1. Certain species  
  1. Alcohol  
  1. Pastrami 
  1. Soda or Wine  

 

Dieters who don’t eat frequently enough may also have terrible breath. When your body breaks down fat, chemicals release the smell of your breath. 

 

How do poor lifestyles and habits cause bad breath? 

 

Food particles can linger in your mouth if you do not brush and floss every day. And, consequently, bacteria develop between teeth, gums, and tongues. This results in foul-smelling breath. Gum inflammation (gingivitis) caused by inadequate dental care can also create foul breath. 

A dirty denture can also lead to bad breath if bacteria and food debris have not been properly cleaned. However, tobacco-based products can also give you bad breath, discolor your teeth, limit your ability to taste meals and irritate your gums. 

 

Does bad breath lead to health problems? 

 

Poor breath or a bad taste in the mouth that persists may indicate gum disease (periodontal disease). Plaque accumulation causes gum disease. Untreated gum disease can cause damage to gums and jawbone. 

Poorly fitted dental equipment, yeast infections in the mouth, and cavities are other dental reasons for one’s foul breath. The medical ailment of dry mouth (also known as xerostomia) can also produce poor breath. Saliva keeps the mouth moist, neutralizes plaque acids, and removes dead cells from the tongue, gums, and cheeks.  

These cells decompose and can produce bad breath if they are not eliminated. Dry mouth can also cause various drugs, difficulties with the salivary glands, or continual breathing. Morning breath is much worse for people who sleep with their mouths open. Apart from these diseases, you will also find more conditions such as: 

 

  • Allergies 
  • Chronic lung infection 
  • Diabetes  
  • Liver or Kidney problem  
  • Gastrointestinal issues 

 

How can I prevent bad breath? 

 

There are a few quick and simple techniques to get rid of foul breath. Your body may retain odors from the food you eat for up to three days after being digested. 

  1. Make an appointment with your dentist at least twice a year. Your dentist will perform an oral exam and professional teeth cleaning and detect and treat periodontal disease, dry mouth, and other issues that may be causing bad breath. 
  1. Stop using tobacco-based goods such as cigarettes and chewing tobacco. Consult your dentist for advice on quitting smoking. 
  1. Water is essential. It will protect your mouth from drying out. Sugar-free gum and sugar-free candy encourage saliva production, which helps wash away food particles and microorganisms. The greatest gums and mints include xylitol. 
  1. Consume less meat and more fruits and vegetables. Apples, carrots, celery, and other hard fruits and vegetables can help eliminate plaque and food particles from your mouth, which can cause bad breath. 
  1. You have to make a habit of brushing your teeth properly. Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. After brushing, clean your tongue with a tongue scraper.  
  1. Keep track of the meals you consume. Bring the log to your dentist for inspection if you suspect they’re the source of your foul breath. Make a list of all the drugs you’re taking.
     

Is the dentist treating bad breath? 

 

Your dentist may usually treat the source of bad breath. If your dentist finds that your mouth is healthy and that the odor is not of oral origin, you may be directed to your family doctor or a specialist to establish the cause of the odor and develop a treatment plan. Check with them if any of your medications are causing the issue by going through a list. Work with them to manage diabetes, allergies, and other illnesses. 

If the odor is caused by gum disease, your dentist can either cure it or send you to a periodontist, a dentist who specializes in treating gum diseases. 

 

What Products Can Help Me Get Rid of Bad Breath? 

 

A mouthwash with antiseptic properties can aid in the removal of microorganisms that produce bad breath. Your dentist may recommend artificial saliva if you have a dry mouth. Inquire with your dentist about the most refined product for you.