If you have oral appliances like braces, Invisalign aligners, or dentures, put some extra effort into making sure they’re sparkling clean. Ask your dentist or orthodontist for tips on keeping appliances clean if your having trouble, or are worried about bad breath.
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Tonsil stones, or tonsilloliths, are hard, sometimes painful bits of bacteria and debris that get stuck in nooks on your tonsils.
Tooth decay, also known as cavities, can also cause bad breath. When bacteria in the mouth break down sugars and carbohydrates from food, they produce acids that can erode tooth enamel and lead to cavities. These cavities can harbor bacteria and food particles, resulting in bad breath.
It is not a dangerous condition, and one can get rid of it by using some home remedies. However, it may require antibiotics and surgery in some cases.
Maintaining fresh breath is not only important for our social and professional interactions but also for our overall health. Bad breath can be a sign of underlying oral health issues, such as gum disease or tooth decay. It can also be an indication of other health conditions, such as respiratory infections or digestive problems.
In turn, we can divide the causes of halitosis or bad breath into two categories: Non-pathological and pathological.
Your tonsils are gland-like structures in the back of your throat. You have one on each side. Tonsils are made of tissue with lymphocytes, cells that prevent and fight infections. Many experts think your tonsils play a role in your immune system and are meant to work like nets, trapping bacteria and viruses that come in through your throat.
The same spices that make a meal a work of art can leave a strong scent lingering on your breath. Foods and spices such as garlic, onion, spicy foods, curry, some cheeses, fish, and acidic beverages such as coffee can leave a lingering smell. These smells usually fade quickly or can be fixed by giving your mouth a quick rinse with some mouthwash or chewing a piece of sugar-free gum.
Antibiotics may be prescribed in cases where tonsil stones are accompanied by an infection. Antibiotics can help kill the bacteria causing the infection and reduce inflammation in the tonsils.
Gum (periodontal) disease is caused by the buildup of plaque on the teeth. When you fail to brush and floss properly, the bacteria on your teeth causes toxins to form. This can irritate the gums, cause pockets to form between your teeth and gums that trap food, and cause bad breath.
Small tonsil stones may not cause any symptoms that you’d notice. Even when they’re large, some tonsil stones are found only after X-rays or CT scans. Symptoms include:
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Halitosis, also known as bad breath, corresponds to an unpleasant and uncomfortable smell that comes off the mouth.
Many individuals with bad breath may be unaware they have it, or their signs and symptoms may only be temporary. The odor often depends upon the source or underlying cause of the bad breath.
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