What are some of the causes of Bad Breath? What can I do about it?
Scientifically referred to as Halitosis, unpleasant mouth odor has many causes. Most frequently we think certain food such as onion and garlic causes bad breath. However, poor dental hygiene can cause odour too. This can be the result of many conditions, such as periodontal breakdown, ill-fitting restorations (fillings or crowns), digestive problems, sinus infections, nose disorders, certain foods, especially those high in sulfur content, to name a few. Food which is trapped under defective crowns or bridges or is stuck in-between teeth with ill-fitting, broken restorations, decompose and ferment and gives rise to a very foul taste and smell. Sometimes the presence of pus may also lead to bad odour. Treatment measures should include improved oral hygiene, a complete oral examination with x-rays, evaluation of existing restorations and replacement of defective restorations.
Unpleasant mouth odor is scientifically referred to as “Halitosis”. It can be the result of many conditions, such as periodontal breakdown, ill-fitting restorations (fillings or crowns), digestive system problems, sinus infections, nose disorders, certain foods, especially those high in sulfur content, to name a few. Food which is trapped under defective crowns or bridges, or in-between teeth with ill-fitting broken restorations, decompose and ferment, sometimes also in the presence of pus, and illicit a very foul taste and smell. Treatment measures should include improved oral hygiene, a comprehensive oral examination with x-rays, evaluation of existing restorations, and replacement of defective restorations.
