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Bad Breath-Which doctors may treat bad breath?

Bad Breath-Which doctors may treat bad breath?

Which doctors may treat bad breath? 

For those who suffer from chronic bad breath, also known as halitosis, a home oral-care routine may not be enough to combat odor. Even if you are maintaining an effective oral-hygiene routine of brushing your teeth, tongue, and gums and flossing after every meal or snack, you may still be experiencing bad breath. If this is the case, you should see a doctor…

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Bad Breath-Tonsil Stones (Tonsilloliths) can often cause bad breath

Bad Breath-Tonsil Stones (Tonsilloliths) can often cause bad breath

Tonsil Stones (Tonsilloliths) can often cause bad breath

Bad breath, also called halitosis, can sometimes be caused by small stones that form on the tonsils. These tonsil stones (tonsilloliths) are made by clusters of calcified material in the crevices of the tonsils, also known as the tonsillar crypts. These stone-like clusters are composed of primarily calcium, but may also contain other…

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Bad Breath-Stress causes mental and physical health problems, including halitosis (bad breath)

Bad Breath-Stress causes mental and physical health problems, including halitosis (bad breath)

Stress causes mental and physical health problems, including halitosis (bad breath) 

Bad breath, also called halitosis, can sometimes accompany stress or anxiety. While many factors can cause bad breath, such as poor dental hygiene, gum disease, or respiratory illnesses, prolonged stress can aggravate unhealthy oral conditions to make your breath smell unpleasant. 

Stress causes a variety…

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Bad Breath-Some people experience halitophobia (a fear of having bad breath)

Bad Breath-Some people experience halitophobia (a fear of having bad breath)

Some people experience halitophobia (a fear of having bad breath) 

Although many people suffer from chronic bad breath, also called halitosis, some people only experience the fear of having bad breath. This fear is referred to as halitophobia, and it occurs in those who think they have bad breath when they do not. 

Individuals who suffer from halitophobia experience extremely overstated…

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BAD BREATH-Prevent bad breath

BAD BREATH-Prevent bad breath

Prevent bad breath

Although many people experience chronic bad breath, also known as halitosis, it can often be prevented by practicing several key habits. Here are some important ways to avoid developing bad breath that you can build into your daily routine. 

Make sure you stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water keeps your mouth moist and stimulates the production of saliva, which helps…

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BAD BREATH-Poor dental care causes halitosis (bad breath)

BAD BREATH-Poor dental care causes halitosis (bad breath)

Poor dental care causes halitosis (bad breath)

Failing to maintain a proper oral-healthcare routine can often lead to residue in the mouth and chronic bad breath. In most people who have bad breath or halitosis, the bad smell is caused by bacteria and debris in the mouth. As bacteria and debris become lodged in the mouth, the bacteria break down the debris, releasing smelly gases. This cause…

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BAD BREATH- Medicines as a cause of bad breath

BAD BREATH- Medicines as a cause of bad breath

Medicines as a cause of bad breath

Many people are unaware that their regular medications contribute to bad breath and taste disorders. Chronic bad breath, also called halitosis, can sometimes be caused by taking certain medications which involve side effects that lead to long-term mouth odor.

Some forms of medication can indirectly produce bad breath by contributing to dry mouth. Without…

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BAD BREATH-Main symptoms of halitosis (bad breath)

BAD BREATH-Main symptoms of halitosis (bad breath)

Main symptoms of halitosis (bad breath)

Bad breath or halitosis is a common oral disease that affects many people worldwide. Often, bad breath results from poor oral-health habits and can signal other health conditions as well.

The symptoms of bad breath are fairly straightforward. Most patients exhibit persistent oral odor or an unpleasant taste in the mouth. Although bad breath is common,…

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BAD BREATH- Is morning bad breath equal to halitosis?

BAD BREATH- Is morning bad breath equal to halitosis?

Is morning bad breath equal to halitosis?

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a chronic condition of breath with an unpleasant odor. Experiencing bad breath periodically does not necessarily mean that you are suffering from halitosis, however. Some forms of bad breath such as “morning mouth” are generally considered normal and are therefore not regarded as health concerns.

“Everyone has…

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BAD BREATH-Heavy smokers' breath is described as a "smelly ashtray"

BAD BREATH-Heavy smokers' breath is described as a "smelly ashtray"

Heavy smokers’ breath is described as a “smelly ashtray”

Smoking tobacco products such as cigarettes and cigars is one of the most common causes of bad breath, also known as halitosis. Smoking creates harsh, dry conditions in the mouth by limiting saliva, which is responsible for cleaning small odor-causing particles of food and bacteria from your mouth. With limited saliva production and…

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BAD BREATH-Health issues that may have caused bad breath

BAD BREATH-Health issues that may have caused bad breath

Health issues that may have caused bad breath

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be caused by a variety of conditions. Certain health issues can lead to bad breath, as well as other negative side effects. Frequent respiratory infections and systemic organ illnesses are conditions that can cause chronic bad breath.

For some people, recurrent or severe respiratory problems can lead to…

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BAD BREATH-Halitosis is a societal taboo and stigma

BAD BREATH-Halitosis is a societal taboo and stigma

Halitosis is a societal taboo and stigma

Bad breath is not only an oral-health issue, but it is generally regarded as socially inacceptable. Although bad breath (halitosis) is a fairly common health challenge, it is difficult to self-diagnose, as it is not easy to detect a long-term odor from your own breath. Those who suffer from bad breath are often informed by friends or family members, and…

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BAD BREATH-Halitosis (bad breath) can be solved with good oral hygiene

BAD BREATH-Halitosis (bad breath) can be solved with good oral hygiene

Halitosis (bad breath) can be solved with good oral hygiene

Chronic bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be an embarrassing sign of poor oral hygiene. Certain foods, medical conditions, and personal-hygiene habits can all cause bad breath. Most of the time, you can combat bad breath by developing and adhering to a proper oral-hygiene routine.

If you suffer from bad breath, it’s…

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BAD BREATH-Gum disease is a common cause of bad breath

BAD BREATH-Gum disease is a common cause of bad breath

Gum disease is a common cause of bad breath

Bad breath is often caused by gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. In gum disease, the tissues that surround the teeth become infected. Gum disease occurs just below the gum line by causing the inflammation and breakdown of the tooth’s attachment site and its supporting tissues. Although gum disease is a chief cause of bad breath, it is…

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BAD BREATH-Flossing every day to combat halitosis

BAD BREATH-Flossing every day to combat halitosis

Flossing every day to combat halitosis

Dentists estimate that approximately 80% of bad breath, also known as halitosis, is caused by an oral source. Often, cavities or gum disease can create bad breath; both of these conditions are caused by accumulated debris on and between the teeth. Once this debris hardens into plaque or calculus, it can be difficult to remove and can lead to long-term…

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BAD BREATH-Eating healthy food contributes to eliminating bad breath

BAD BREATH-Eating healthy food contributes to eliminating bad breath

Eating healthy food contributes to eliminating bad breath

What you eat affects how your breath smells when you exhale. This is because as food is digested, it is absorbed into your bloodstream, and remnants are eventually released by your lungs when you breathe.

Most people are aware that eating pungent foods and alcoholic drinks can cause short-term bad breath. Regularly consuming foods…

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BAD BREATH-Drinking alcoholic beverages causes bad breath

BAD BREATH-Drinking alcoholic beverages causes bad breath

Drinking alcoholic beverages causes bad breath

Bad breath, medically known as halitosis, can often be caused by consuming alcoholic beverages, especially when drinking occurs excessively. Most people who have consumed alcohol may have breath that smells unpleasant for several hours afterwards. For those who regularly consume high amounts of alcohol, however, bad breath may become chronic and…

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