Bad breath can have a range of odors and causes.
Some of the more common causes include food debris, smoking, dehydration, andplaquebuildup.
However, medications and some health conditions can also cause halitosis.
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This article explains bad breath causes, home remedies, and treatment.
Other symptoms may include:
How Do You Describe the Smell of Halitosis?
Halitosis may have several distinct smells, including:
What Does the Smell Mean?
Researchers estimate that between 24% and 39% of people experience bad breath.
Further, up to half of the adult population experiences occasional halitosis, and 25% experience it consistently.
There are manybad breath causes, including:
Why does eating lead to bad breath?
The main reason is that bacteria feed on food particles left behind on teeth, leading to plaque buildup.
Oral hygiene home remedies include:
you’re free to also try some other alternative methods.
Other research has found that specific medicinal plants may also work as a home remedy for halitosis.
These include:
Work with a healthcare provider to determine how to use herbs for halitosis.
Halitosis Medical Treatments
A halitosis cure is possible once you identify and treat the cause.
You may feel self-conscious, embarrassed, or worried that you will offend someone with your bad breath.
Goodoral hygiene tipsinclude:
Summary
Many things can cause halitosis.
Some health conditions can also cause it.
Usually, stepping up your oral hygiene practice can alleviate bad breath.
Brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash may resolve occasional bad breath.
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