There’s no doubt that bad breath can be an embarrassing problem for those who suffer from it.
Think chewing a pack of gum or popping a mint will remedy this situation? It might for a short while, but there’s a bunch of reasons (mostly harmless) and a bunch of solutions for bad breath (or halitosis, if we want to get scientific).
You may have just eaten a delicious stir-fry doused in chili and garlic for lunch or you may be a smoker.
This type of bad breath is an inconvenience, but at least we know instantly what’s at fault. Having a cold will have an impact on your breath and even some medications can keep your mouth from being minty fresh!
However there are of course more serious reasons for bad breath, which include gum disease, tooth decay and digestive problems.
If you think your bad breath may be due to any of these, visit your dentist, who can then determine what path to take to get fresher healthier breath.
This could range from periodontal care to fillings and crowns. Generally however bad breath is the result of poor oral hygiene, resulting in dental plaque, food debris build up and development of gingivitis.
For everyday fresh breath here are our top tips:
We always recommend that you visit your dentist to diagnose any dental problems so they can advise any future treatment and you can have a healthy smile.