Bad Breath Treatment
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Do you have bad breath that persists despite brushing regularly? Our caring dentists can help you treat this so you can be more confident when talking.
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What is Bad Breath Treatment?
Halitosis or bad breath is embarrassing and, for some, may also cause anxiety. This is one of the reasons why mouthwashes, mints, gums, and similar such products are so popular. However, all these products are just going to address the problem temporarily. These products don’t treat the problem at its core and are just temporary measures.
Health conditions, oral habits, and certain foods and beverages are the main causes of bad breath. For some people, bad breath can go away by following regular dental care, but for others, there are other dental treatments that will be required to treat the condition.
Major Causes of Bad Breath
Around 80% of individuals suffer from bad breath because of oral causes. However, there can be other causes, such as severe medical conditions, including infections, liver disease, or diabetes.
Here are some major causes of bad breath:
- Decay
- Gastric Reflux
- Severe accumulation of plaque and tartar over the teeth and gum lining because of poor oral hygiene
- Gum disease or periodontitis
- Dirty dentures (not cleaned properly)
- Using tobacco products
- Consuming certain foods in excess, such as garlic, onion, and spices
- Condition of Xerostomia or dry mouth where the decreased production of saliva doesn’t remove the particles present in the mouth, causing bad breath
- Infection in mouth caused after oral surgery such as tooth removal
- Diseases such as cancer, metabolic disorders, etc.
Bad Breath Treatment Options
Practicing good oral hygiene can help prevent cavities and gum diseases which are the main causes of bad breath. If the reason for bad breath is an underlying condition such as diabetes, gastric reflux, etc., then our dentists will refer you to your primary health practitioner. For all other issues of bad breath that are related to oral health, our dentists will provide the relevant dental care. These dental measures may include:
Mouth Rinses and Medicated Toothpaste
If the cause of bad breath is plaque and tartar build-up, then our dentists will perform a professional dental scale and clean. Our dentists may also prescribe a medicated toothpaste that contains antibacterial agents. Such toothpaste can be quite helpful in killing plaque-causing bacteria.
Treatment of Dental Issues
If you are suffering from other oral issues such as periodontitis, then our dentists will treat you for gum disease. This disease causes the gums to move away from the teeth leaving open pockets that allow bacteria to accumulate in them. It is these bacteria that cause odour and bad breath. If required, tooth restoration may be performed. Other treatments may include replacement or new placement of fillings or crowns etc.
Easy to Follow Remedies For Bad Breath
- Always brush your teeth after having your meals. You must use a toothpaste with fluoride and one that offers antibacterial properties.
- Flossing the teeth helps in removing food particles that get caught between your teeth. You must floss at least once a day.
- Consuming a lot of sugary foods and beverages can cause bacteria to collect in your mouth and between the teeth. The bacteria tend to feed on this sugar and cause bad breath. Certain foods like onion and garlic also cause bad breath. Make healthy choices in food!
- During a routine check-up, our dentists will also perform dental scaling and cleaning to remove tartar or plaque build-up. You will have clean and sparkling teeth after the process.
- Consume a lot of water. This helps in keeping your mouth clean from any particles that may be present in the mouth on which bacteria may feed and cause bad breath.
- Regular dental visits help in the early detection of any oral issues that may be coming your way. Getting them treated on time will help in the prevention of bad breath and other dental complications.
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