Bad Breath Treatment
BAD BREATH: WHAT CAUSES IT AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT
Bad Breath Treatment Cheltenham
Bad breath is caused by a multitude of reasons. Persisting one is usually caused by bacteria build-up in mouth, gingivitis, and indigestion, snoring, mouth breathing etc, adds to bad breath.
This is a health issue if it is a persisting one. With regular oral care and working with general physicians
Bad breath can be brought under control or eliminated. Also, lifestyle changes can help
At Dentist On Warrigal Cheltenham, our dentists can provide you with a holistic view of how bad breath can be addressed.
Causes of Bad Breath
In addition to a bad smell, you may also notice a bad taste in your mouth.
If the taste is due to a hidden condition and isn’t because of trapped food particles, it may not go away — even if you brush your teeth and use mouthwash.
What causes breath odour?
Poor dental hygiene
Bacteria break down food particles trapped in the teeth or mouth. The combination of the bacteria and decaying food in the mouth produces an unpleasant odour. Brushing and flossing regularly remove trapped food before it decays.
Brushing also removes plaque, a sticky substance that deposits on your teeth and causes odour. Plaque build-up can cause cavities and periodontal disease.
Bad breath also can be a problem if you wear dentures but don’t clean them every night.
Strong foods and beverages
Eating onions, garlic, or other foods with very strong odours produces an odour that others can notice in your breath for up to 72 hours.
Drinking beverages with strong odours, such as coffee, can also contribute to bad breath.
Smoking
Smoking cigarettes or cigars causes a bad odour and dries out your mouth, which can make your breath odour even worse.
Dry mouth
Dry mouth can also occur if you don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva helps keep your mouth clean and reduces odour.
Dry mouth can be a problem to patients who have a salivary gland condition, sleep with your mouth open, or take certain medications, which includes those that treat high blood pressure and urinary conditions.
Periodontal disease
Periodontal disease, or gum disease, happens when you don’t remove plaque promptly from teeth. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar. You can’t remove tartar by brushing and trying to do so further irritate your gums.
Tartar may cause gum pockets or small openings. Food, bacteria, and dental plaque can collect in the pockets, which causes a strong odour.
Sinus, mouth, or throat conditions
Bad breath odour may develop if you have the following:
- sinus infection
- postnasal drainage
- chronic bronchitis
- infection in your upper/lower respiratory system
Tonsil stones, which tend to collect bacteria, can also be a source of bad breath.
Diseases
Bad breath can also be a symptom of some diseases. This includes:
- kidney disease or failure
- liver disease or failure
- diabetes
- sleep apnoea
- gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), which is a relatively common cause of halitosis
Bad Breath Solutions in Cheltenham
Bad breath can be caused by variety of reasons, such as poor oral hygiene, gum disease and mouth breathing.
Solutions can range from regular dental visits and maintaining good oral hygiene as advised by your dentist.
If it is related to mouth breathing, your dentist may be in a position to help with the alignment of teeth and solve the issue.
Your Cheltenham dentist can also investigate other reasons and refer you to other medical practitioners.
Bad Breath Treatment in Cheltenham
Most bad breath issues are caused by what’s happening in your mouth or throat.
To prevent or treat bad breath, practice good dental hygiene and be sure to visit your Cheltenham dentist for regular dental check-ups.
To receive bad breath treatment in Cheltenham, contact us on (03) 9583 5506 or request your appointment online.
We are located at Suite C, 151 Centre Dandenong Road in Cheltenham.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes bad breath?
How can I treat bad breath?
If your bad breath just won’t seem to go away after doing these things, schedule an appointment with your dentist.