Bad breath is a major dental problem that is often left untreated or ignored. This is because those affected are often not aware that they have bad breath. People with bad breath may carry on their normal lives, not knowing that their breath has a foul smell, because people around may not have the courage to tell them.
Like every other dental issue, bad breath can be controlled medically and prevented from coming back. The most important thing, however, is finding out whether or not you have bad breath.
Finding out if you have bad breath can be a lot of work. People may not find it easy telling you that you have bad breath for fear of hurting your feelings. However, you can tell if your breath is foul if you can notice the signs around you. For instance, if people turn their face away from you when you speak to them up close, it could be a sign that your breath is unpleasant. Also, if people turn their cheek when you try to kiss them, it could be another indication that you have bad breath.
You can find out if you have bad breath by conducting a simple test. This involves licking the inside of your wrist and sniffing it. If it smells bad, then you can be sure that you have bad breath.
Also, you can ask a trusted friend to tell you the truth, try not to be offended and brace yourself for the truth.
Bad breath is quite common and can be caused by different factors. Some of these causes include;
We have always been told to brush and floss our teeth regularly. Besides keeping our teeth and mouth clean, brushing and flossing remove food particles that are left behind in our mouth after eating. It is these leftover food particles that cause bad breath when they get lodged in the teeth and rot. Our dentist at Harley street London, we advise our clients and everyone to brush their teeth at least twice daily and floss regularly. This keeps your breath fresh all day.
There are bacteria present in the mouth called plaque, and it coats the teeth, tongue and gums. The gases released by the bacteria in the mouth contributes to bad breath. It is the bacteria that is equally responsible for tooth decay and gum disease.
Some foods and ingredients contribute to the strong unpleasant smell coming from the mouth. Foods like onions, garlic and coffee have strong smell that can add to bad breath.
Dry mouth also called xerostomia is a medical condition whereby less saliva is produced in the mouth. With less saliva in the mouth, bacteria build up in the mouth, ultimately causing bad breath. Dry mouth is caused by different factors. It can be caused by medication, by problems of the salivary gland, or by continuous breathing through the mouth.
Bad breath can be caused by some other medical factors including diabetes, liver problems, bronchitis, kidney problems, infections of the lungs, nose or throat, sinusitis.
There can be other causes of bad breath; however, if you wish to find out the cause of your bad breath, you can visit our clinic at Harley street London, our qualified dentists will help you find out the cause of the bad breath.
Bad breath is one of the effects of smoking. The bad breath caused by smoking, however, is quite different, due to the tobacco. Smoking does not only cause bad breath; it stains the teeth, irritates the gums, and leads to loss of taste.
Bad breath is not a death sentence. When the cause of your bad breath has been determined, you would have to create a routine that will help you keep your mouth clean and fresh. To begin with, you will have to undergo regular check-up with a dentist. This makes it easier for our dentist Harley street London to locate the plaque in any part of your mouth and clean up those areas that are not easily reached.
Also, the regular check-ups will help our dentist show you how to clean your mouth and prevent the bad breath from returning.
At The Harley street Dental Clinic London, we have well qualified and dentists that can carry out routine check-ups on you, and teach you on ways to properly clean your teeth. You can schedule an appointment with us today.
Preventing bad breath primarily involves keeping the mouth clean and fresh all the time. To avoid bad breath or the return of a cured one, here are a few tips to follow;
Cleaning your dentures is as important as cleaning your natural teeth. Food particles can also get lodged in the dentures and not just your teeth. These can also cause rot if not properly cleaned.
There should be a different toothbrush for cleaning your dentures. Cleaning the dentures involves brushing it with a toothbrush, soaking them in cleaners explicitly made for dentures, and then brushing them again.
To prevent built-up dirt and stains on the dentures, it should be cleaned thoroughly, to remove every food particles.
Although it can be tempting, mouthwash should not be used excessively, primarily to hide bad breath. Mouthwashes are important no doubt, but they should be used wisely, to get rid of bacteria that can cause bad breath, and to keep the mouth fresh. However, if you find yourself using too much mouthwash, or using it frequently, then you should get in touch with our dentists to assist you.
There are several types of mouthwash, with different purposes. There are some types of mouthwash that are meant for gum disease and bad breath prevention, while some contain antibacterial agents. Our dentists at Harley street London will help you decide which is most suitable for you.
Telling someone we know that they have bad breath requires a lot of courage and bravery. This can go wrong by the person not speaking to you anymore, or you, losing a friend, and hence must be done carefully.
Discussing a bad breath with someone is a very delicate matter, with the constant risk of embarrassment. You can do so by putting it in writing, and placing it where the person can see it, or you can relay the information to a family member. Do not forget to mention that there are various causes of bad breath, and the person will be thankful later on.
Having a bad breath is not a serious medical issue, as it can be treated easily. The real problem lies with discovering the cause of the bad breath and preventing it from coming back.
The Harley Street Dental Clinic is a well known dental clinic in Harley street London, with the qualified dentists who can help you with any dental problem you might need. You can get in touch with us today by calling us on 02071830903 or sending us an email. We would be glad to help.
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