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Bad Breath: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention

Halitosis, or bad breath, is an embarrassing most people face at some point in their lives. You may not even realise you have halitosis until someone points it out. This can leave you feeling self-conscious or anxious around others.

If you’ve got bad breath, you may have tried to stop unwanted smells, like sucking mints or using breath sprays, but still, the scent creeps through.

Aside from the social unease of you may emit undesirable odours during conversation, your bad breath may indicate a more problem.

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In this article, we’ll discuss some of the causes of halitosis and how we can treat it, along with the ways you can it from .

What Causes Bad Breath?

There are several causes of halitosis, some of which are temporary while others are longer lasting. If you’re worried about recurring bad breath, pay attention to your and look for other symptoms. If the problem persists, come and see us for a dental checkup, and we’ll identify the cause.

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Certain foods and drinks can cause bad breath. Strong-smelling foods like garlic, onions, spices, and dairy can leave odours. If you drink lots of coffee, this can dry your mouth out. When this happens, it creates the perfect for odour-causing to thrive.

or skimping on your brushing routine can leave you with bad breath.

brushing your teeth in the morning helps get rid of bacteria that’s built up the night, freshening your breath.

By your teeth thoroughly at night, you’ll remove any food debris and plaque that’s built up during the day. This helps reduce in the night.

In to the smell of stale smoke on your breath, smoking also dries out your mouth, an breeding . are also prone to developing gum disease, which also often causes bad breath.

Saliva helps clear the bacteria that cause bad breath. If you’re not producing enough saliva you have a dry mouth, this bacteria can build up. breath occurs in part because saliva production decreases while you’re asleep.

Halitosis is a common side effect of gum . As plaque and tartar form around the gum OnabotulinumtoxinAAbobotulinumtoxinAIncobotulinumtoxinAPrabotulinumtoxinALetibotulinumtoxinARimabotulinumtoxinBHyaluronic Acid FillersCalcium Hydroxylapatite FillersPoly-L-lactic Acid FillersPolymethylmethacrylate FillersAutologous Fat GraftingForehead Lines TreatmentGlabellar Frown Lines TreatmentCrow's Feet TreatmentBunny Lines TreatmentChemical Brow LiftLip FlipGummy Smile CorrectionMasseter ReductionJaw SlimmingDimpled Chin SmoothingCobblestone Chin SmoothingNefertiti Neck LiftMicro-BotoxMesotoxHyperhidrosis TreatmentChronic Migraine ReliefBruxism TreatmentTMJ TreatmentCervical Dystonia TreatmentNeck Spasm TreatmentBlepharospasm TreatmentLip AugmentationLip ContouringCheekbone EnhancementTear Trough FillersNasolabial Fold SofteningMarionette Line FillersLiquid RhinoplastyNon-Surgical Nose JobJawline ContouringJawline DefinitionChin AugmentationTemple VolumisingHand RejuvenationAcne Scar Subcision Filling, it irritates and inflames the gums. Untreated, this progresses, and deep pockets of bacteria form around the roots of your teeth.

As plaque breaks down the surface of your teeth, cavities form. Bad breath often comes hand in hand with damaged teeth.

Procedures, like extractions, can leave you with bad breath. If you’ve had a wisdom tooth removed or have had teeth extracted due to infection, a called dry socket can cause . This happens when the site doesn’t clot properly, exposing the nerve.

Although the bad breath is in the mouth, the problem isn’t always dental. Issues with your digestive system, including indigestion and heartburn, kidney problems, liver damage, asthma, cystic fibrosis, sinusitis, and tonsillitis, can all cause .

Dry mouth is sometimes a side effect of medications. If you take any medications, check the information leaflets provided and speak with your doctor.

How Can You Treat Bad Breath?

The first step in treating bad breath is to identify the cause. During a dental appointment, we’ll examine your teeth, gums, and tongue. We may ask you several about your to get a clear picture of everything that could affect your breath.

We may advise some changes to your diet or lifestyle. If you’re a smoker, we can point you towards resources to help you quit.

Your oral health routine may need to . We can give you advice on any necessary changes.

we may suggest treatment. If you have tooth decay, dental infection, or progressive gum disease (periodontitis), we’ll put a plan in place to tackle the issue.

If your isn’t to your oral health, we may recommend speaking with your GP.

How Do You Prevent Bad Breath?

your teeth in the morning and night is the best way to fight tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath. Using a soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, brush every surface of each of your teeth. The entire process should take at least two minutes.

Don’t forget to swap your every three months or when the become worn. Old can store up bacteria without giving you the clean you need.

While brushing your teeth, you should also pay attention to your tongue. Many toothbrushes have surfaces on the back of the head. You can use this to scrape buildup from the surface of your tongue gently.

Flossing helps reduce and debris buildup between teeth. If food becomes trapped for a period, this can lead to foul smells. will also rinse away and freshen your breath.

If you wear dentures or have a bridge, thorough is . Similarly, mouthguards, retainers, or all .

water throughout the day can help reduce dry mouth. Sip small frequently to help keep your mouth feeling fresh.

Changing your habits can also help. fruits and like apples and carrots can help your breath.

Finally, booking in for a dental checkup every six months will help the of developing . A dental allows us to identify the early signs of tooth decay, gum disease, and other dental issues. With our help, you can keep bad breath at bay.

Dental Checkups In Surrey

If you’re concerned about bad breath, your first step should be to book an with us. Love Teeth has in Cheam, Chessington, Stonecot, Sutton, and Worcester Park. Our and are always available to advise you on ways to combat bad breath.

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