Halitosis And Its Causes
Having halitosis or bad breath can affect your confidence. Most often than not, store-bought dental care products can’t and don’t address the root cause of bad breath. Halitosis is oftentimes associated with underlying dental problems such as gum disease and infections. Here are some causes of bad breath:
- Food. Eating foods with strong smell such as durian, garlic, onions and other spices can cause bad breath. Not only that but the breakdown of food particles in your mouth can allow bacteria to thrive and cause foul odor.
- Smoking. Smokers and oral tobacco users are more likely to have gum disease which could also lead to bad breath.
- Poor dental hygiene. If you don’t brush or brush regularly, food particles will remain in your mouth. This can result in plaque buildup which may lead to tooth decay, and gum infection. Plaque can trap bacteria that can produce foul odor therefore causing bad breath.
