Bad Breath

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Bad Breath
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Bad Breath

• Bad breath is a problem which is faced by almost
  everybody, even those people who dont care to
  admit it. While chronic bad breath (also known as
  halitosis) can have more serious causes,
  occasional bad breath can be prevented quite
  easily with good medical care.

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What are common causes of bad breath?

• If you are suffering from chronic or severe bad
  breath which is also known as halitosis, it is
  important to find out the cause, so that you can
  have an effective treatment.Halitosis has many
  causes, including the following
• Tobacco use - If you smoke, quit. Your bad breath
  may be due to other causes, too, but tobacco use
  is a guarantee of bad breath. If you have made up
  your mind to quit, ask your doctor for advice and
  support.
• What you eat, or don't eat - Certain food items,
  such as garlic contribute to bad breath, but
  temporarily. Because, when they go into the
  bloodstream, the smell is goes out through the
  breath, but the odors remain until the body
  processes the food, so theres no quick fix.

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What are common causes of bad breath?
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• Dry mouth - If your mouth is very dry, there is
  not enough saliva to wash away extra food
  particles and bacteria, which can further cause
  an unpleasant smell if they build up on the
  teeth.
• Infections - Bad breath that seems to have no
  other cause may show an infection elsewhere in
  the body. If you are having chronic bad breath
  and your dentist pulls out any oral problem, see
  your doctor for check up.
• Bad breath can be a sign of a variety of
  conditions which includes respiratory tract
  infections, chronic sinusitis or bronchitis,
  diabetes, or liver and kidney problems, so the
  problem shouldnt be ignored.

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What are common causes of bad breath?
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• The best way to improve bad breath is to follow
  an oral care routine which includes twice-daily
  tooth brushing and daily flossing to remove the
  food particles and bacteria that can cause bad
  breath.
• Mouthwashes have the ability to enhance bad
  breath, but for the short term, and if you have a
  chronic problem, your dentist may advise an
  antimicrobial rinse to help keep bacteria at bay.

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Ways to protect against bad breath

• Brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day to
  remove plaque bacteria. Follow up with a good
  tongue brushing. Special attention should be
  provided to the back of your tongue, where most
  odour-causing bacteria are found.
• Floss effectively to help remove food particles.
  If reaching your back teeth is difficult, a floss
  holder can help.
• Use a mouthwash that fights with bad breath to
  keep your mouth at its freshest.
• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. The
  amount of water you need shall vary based on your
  daily activity level and the number of
  medications you take that cause dry mouth.Chew
  sugarless gum to stimulate saliva production.
  Eating a mint is a temporary but less advised
  method for breath freshening because it can leave
  a sugary residue behind.
• Chronic bad breath can be a sign of a more
  serious condition, so you should consult a dental
  professional if you have so.
• Know about the food items that can cause bad
  breath.

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