How Do You Treat And Manage Bad Breath “Halitosis”?
An unpleasant odor referred to as Halitosis has been with man since the dawn of time. We all experienced bad breath or, been around someone that has had bad breath. Today more than 65 million Americans suffer from halitosis according to the National Institute of Dental Research. Halitosis originates in the mouth, in which it houses many bacterial organisms. These different bacteria serve a purpose in the mouth such as digestion of proteins, but when the bacteria over grow on the tongue or, the substances released from the digestion of the bacteria; this can cause an unpleasant odor. Also a person’s oral health may reflect bad breath, such as gum disease, crowns, fillings, and dentures that can aid in food trappings can play a role in halitosis. Halitosis affects men and women equally, however people over 30 that have periodontal disease is a common cause of halitosis. Different methods have been developed throughout the years in treating Halitosis. A good oral hygiene practice is the k
