Bad breath

Causes of bad breath

There can be many reasons behind bad breath. It may occur due to the occurrence of chemical reactions in the body under the influence of microorganisms in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract. This reaction can occur from different diseases as well as from food. There may be serious reasons underlying the persistent bad breath. Halitosis should be observed thoroughly and the underlying causes of bad breath should be treated. The underlying causes of short-term bad breath can be listed as follows;

• Long-term fasting,

• Smoking,

• dry mouth,

• Not drinking enough water,

• Irregular and unhealthy diet,

• Gum diseases,

• Tooth decay

may cause short-term bad breath.

bad breath treatment

There are many treatment methods to eliminate bad breath. To determine these treatment methods, you need to be examined by a dentist. There are also treatment methods that your doctor can recommend that you can apply at home after the doctor's examination. These methods are as follows;

• Mouthwash and Toothpastes; If bad breath is caused by dental plaque, you can use mouthwash and toothpaste recommended by your doctor.

• Removal of Tooth and Gum Diseases; If there is tooth decay, gum problems, these mouth probes should be treated. Elimination of these oral problems also prevents bad breath.

The diseases mentioned above can be treated by dentists. However, to diagnose other diseases that cause bad breath, your dentist can direct you to the relevant hospital departments.

bad breath symptoms

Bad breath is not considered a disease. However, bad breath can be a harbinger of many diseases. Bad breath, mouth odors that occur according to the foods we feed, and foods are considered normal. There are also bad breaths caused by pathological conditions. These halitosis symptoms can be listed as follows;

    • Tooth decay

    • Sinusitis

    • Pharyngitis

    • Throat diseases such as adenoids

    • Digestive system diseases such as reflux and stomach disorders

    • Diabetes

    • Liver failure

    • It can also be a symptom of systemic diseases such as kidney failure.

Halitosis similar to the acetone odor that occurs especially in diabetics and ammonia-like halitosis that occurs in kidney diseases is quite a decisive factor.

Bad Breath Diagnosis Methods

If bad breath is caused by gum diseases, the dentist should first identify the gum disease that causes bad breath and then treat it. It is very important to diagnose bad breath because bad breath can be the cause of other diseases. If the cause of bad breath is dental diseases such as caries or gum problems such as gum recession, only the dentist can diagnose and treat this condition. If dental and gum diseases do not cause bad breath, blood tests may be ordered by the doctor to diagnose the cause of bad breath.

To treat bad breath;

    • Oral and dental care should be taken care of.

    • Fluoride toothpaste should be used.

    • Teeth should be brushed three times a day, the floss and mouthwash should be used.

    • Bacteria on the tongue can also cause bad breath. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to dental hygiene.

    • Meeting the daily water need of the body prevents dry mouth. This also cures bad breath.

   • If the heavy odor does not disappear despite good oral and dental health care, then other underlying causes should be investigated.