BAD BREATH TREATMENT

Bad breath is a condition that makes the person very uncomfortable during the day and in some cases can even prevent sociality. If this situation, which usually occurs due to insufficient oral hygiene, does not go away in the long term, the reasons must be investigated. Afterwards, necessary treatment should be applied.

How many types of bad breath are there?

Type 1 Morning breath

It is normal to smell only when you wake up in the morning. It is present in every individual in greater or lesser quantity. It is not treated. Even it is treated, it will happen again.

Type 2

Odor-causing bacteria on the tongue. Certain bacteria on the back of the tongue can interact with amino acids in foods and produce smelly sulfur compounds.

Type 3 

Periodontal disease. One of the main symptoms of this gum disease is bad-smelling breath, and an unpleasant taste in the mouth. This condition needs immediate care by an oral health professional.

Type 4

Poor oral health care. Without correct and regular brushing and flossing, and routine dental exams, food remains in the mouth. This is a breeding ground for bacteria. Food that collects on the teeth, gums, and tongue may rot. This causes an unpleasant odor and taste in the mouth.

Type 5

Improper cleaning of dentures. Dentures that are not cleaned correctly may be collecting bacteria, fungi, and remaining food particles, which cause bad breath.

Type 6 

Tobacco products. Tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and snuff stain the teeth and put the body at risk for a host of diseases. But they also help cause bad breath.

The manufacturers of mints and mouthwashes have made an industry out of the public's desire for fresh breath. These products promise that your breath can be made sweet-smelling and "minty fresh." However, they're only temporarily helpful at best in controlling breath odours. In fact, many often contain sugar and alcohol, which may lead to tooth decay or dry mouth and may aggravate certain mouth conditions.

Proper care of the mouth and teeth and regular visits to the dentist are important, and are the most effective way to control bad breath. Regular brushing, flossing, rinsing, and tongue scraping can help prevent problems.

Sometimes, halitosis may be caused by illnesses such as lung disease, impaired emptying of the stomach, liver failure, or kidney failure. In this case, treating the underlying condition can improve the halitosis as well.

Here are some tips for getting rid of bad breath:

• Brush your teeth at least 2 times a day and floss once daily.
• Gently clean your tongue before bedtime by scraping with a plastic tongue cleaner or brushing gently.
• Prevent hunger breath by eating regularly and avoiding fasting or skipping meals.
• Ask your dentist to recommend a specific cleaning system that can help clean your mouth more thoroughly than with just regular brushing.
• Keep your nose and sinuses clean.
• Stimulate saliva flow with acidic fruits such as oranges and lemons or sugarless gums and candy.
• Eat more fibrous foods. Chew fibrous vegetables such as raw carrots and celery to stimulate saliva flow.
• Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily to keep your mouth moist and to help rinse away odour-forming bacteria.
• Decrease alcohol and coffee intake.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether your medications are causing problems of dry mouth that may be leading to bad breath.
• Rinse and gargle with an effective mouthwash.