Bad breath, otherwise known as halitosis, is actually more common than most people might think. Nearly half of all adults have had experience with it at some point or another. But what does this mean to you? Whether you currently have bad breath or not, here’s a short list of common causes and solutions that will help you both eliminate and prevent any further halitosis.
Besides the clear culprits of bad breath (onions, garlic, etc.), there’s a lot more than just the food itself that can cause it. When you eat food, your teeth, as well as the saliva your mouth produces,begins to break it down into smaller particles so that it’s easier for you to digest. While this is beneficial to how we absorb our food’s nutrients, it can also leave behind a strong odor. The best solution to get rid of bad breath from this more than common cause is to brush your teeth, floss, or use mouthwash after meals.
You are more likely to have less than nice breath whenever you’re sick, especially if you have infections in your mouth or throat, because of the bacteria. Other infections, such as mouth sores, or any other result from an oral disease can also cause bad breath. A good way to eliminate bacteria-causing bad breath is to use mouthwashes morning and night and to remember to brush or use a tongue scraper on your tongue frequently.
One cure for bad breath actually already resides in your mouth: saliva. That’s right, believe it or not, saliva can help clean your mouth of small particles that could lead to bad breath. However, if you tend to have a dry mouth, you’re more likely to have bad breath. To increase the amount of saliva you produce while eliminating dry mouth, try eating foods with some crunch to it or foods that requires more chewing. Drinking water also helps keep your mouth from being parched.
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As long as you remember to brush, floss, and use mouthwash appropriately, you can stop bad breath in its tracks before it ever becomes bothersome.
