Most people wake up with bad breath. Here are some causes and tips to prevent bad breath…

Bad Breath also known as halitosis can result from various poor dental habits. It can be worsened by food types or may be a sign to other health problems.

Common Causes:

Digestion of all food eaten begins in the mouth. Remains of food particles in between teeth, gums and the tongue is the most common cause of bad breath.

Also cavity formed from a tooth decay is usually a foci for food packing which in turn result to bad odor and pain.

Food with strong odor such as garlic and onions, when consumed produce an odour which will not go away completely until the food has passed through your body.

Smoking and chewing of tobacco based product can also cause bad breath, stain the teeth, irritate the gums and reduce your ability to taste food

Appliance such as denture, when not properly cleaned, can cause mouth odour.

Persistent bad breath can be a warning sign to other medical conditions such as Xerostomia, Respiratory tract infections, Diabetes, liver and kidney disease….

Tips to Prevent Bad Breath:

• Practice good oral hygiene by brushing twice daily using a medium bristle brush and a fluoride containing tooth paste. Brushing at night should be done last thing before you go to bed.
• Don’t forget to replace your brush every three month.
• Floss daily to remove food particles between teeth.
• Denture should be removed at night and cleaned before wearing them in the morning.
• Drink lot of water. This will help keep your mouth moist.
• Avoid smoking and chewing tobacco product.Ask your dentist on the tips for kicking habits
• Visit your dentist every 6 months for a routine oral exam and dental cleaning. He/She will help detect and treat any health problem.

If you don’t have a Dentist, contact us for an appointment. We are here for you.