The main symptom of halitosis is a bad odor from the mouth. The odor can be worse in the morning or after smoking, drinking coffee, or eating certain foods, such as garlic.
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Saliva is the body’s natural defense against disease-causing bacteria in the mouth. When medications inhibit the production of saliva, your mouth suffers, and so does your breath.
3. Parsley: Parsley is a natural breath freshener that can help neutralize odors in the mouth. Chewing on fresh parsley leaves after meals can help freshen your breath.
Some chewable antacids are flavoured or include breath-freshening ingredients to help tackle both symptoms of acid reflux at once.
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is another factor that can lead to bad breath. Saliva plays a crucial role in washing away bacteria and food particles in the mouth. When there is a decrease in saliva production, such as during sleep or due to certain medications, bad breath can occur.
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Every individual has a slightly different community of between 100-200 microbes in their mouth. As we are coming to appreciate the human microbiome and the positive role that the millions of bacteria present in our bodies can play, instead of eliminating bacteria from the mouth altogether, scientists are trying to work out how to get the right combination, by targeting specific bacteria for elimination or using probiotics to encourage certain bacteria in the mouth.
Tobacco products, such as cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and snuff, stain the teeth and put the body at risk for many diseases. But they also help cause bad breath. Tobacco users also are at higher risk for:
Likewise, dieters who don't eat often enough can have bad breath. When your body breaks down fat, the process releases chemicals that can give your breath an unpleasant smell.
Halitosis can also be caused by factors outside of the oral cavity, which are referred to as extraoral causes. While less common than intraoral causes, there are a number of non-oral diseases that can trigger bad breath.The following are some of the most common extraoral causes of halitosis:
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Digestive issues can also contribute to bad breath. When the digestive system is not functioning properly, it can lead to the buildup of gases in the stomach and intestines, which can then be released through the mouth, causing halitosis. Common gastrointestinal problems that can lead to bad breath include acid reflux, gastritis, and constipation.
In addition, odor-causing bacteria and food particles can cause bad breath if dentures are not properly cleaned.
Drinking plenty of water can also help prevent tonsil stones and bad breath. Staying hydrated helps keep the mouth moist, reducing the risk of bacterial overgrowth and the formation of tonsil stones.