
Causes Of Halitosis
Although it is often t 00004000 he basis for many jokes, Halitosis is not only an embarrassing condition but may potentially be the evidence of a bigger problem in the human body. People who suffer with halitosis need to discover what the problem is and get treatment appropriate for their situation. This condition should not be ignored but should be carefully looked at.
Oral Hygiene
Many people believe that halitosis or bad breath is simply caused by poor oral hygiene and this may be the case. Some people with bad breath simply do not take care of their mouth or teeth. Every person needs to understand that teeth and mouth need to be cared for and cleaned frequently to prevent not only bad breath but other problems as well. Old food particles, bacteria, yeast, plaque and other disgusting things in the mouth will all contribute to halitosis and need to be eliminated by careful cleaning and treatment. This is something each and every person can do without the help of a doctor, dentist or other professional.
Tooth Decay And Oral Infections
Another common cause of halitosis is tooth decay or other oral infections. A person with good oral hygiene that still finds they have a problem with bad breath should make an appointment with their dentist to check for possible causes in the mouth and teeth. The dentist can help take care of problems with the teeth, gums and other oral areas. If the dentist does not find a problem causing the bad breath they will probably refer the patient to a medical doctor.
Medical Causes Of Halitosis
There are many medical conditions that can cause Halitosis. It may be as simple as a person’s dietary intake or may be something more severe. A person with chronic Halitosis should see a doctor to make sure there is not an underlying medical condition that requires treatment. A doctor will be able to perform and order tests to rule out many of the causes of Halitosis.
Sometimes a medication may have the side effect of causing Halitosis. In this case a doctor can quickly determine the cause and can offer suggestions for getting the problem under control. Doctors are well aware of the fact that bad breath is not always a matter of poor hygiene and will be very understanding in helping a person to deal with the situation. It will be a great relief for both the person with the bad breath and those that have frequent contact with them to have the problem solved.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
halitosis, stomach ulcers or related problem, what kind of doctor can tell you what you are suffering from.?
halitosis, sinus infection, gum infection, stomach ulcers are related to smell in the mouth. I have been to normal GP doctors and dentist. No one told me I have this problems, is there any type of specialist e.g. ENT doctors that can correct diagnose my problem.-
ANSWER:
You may have acid reflux.
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QUESTION:
What are the main causes of halitosis (bad breath). A doctor diagnosed me w/ it but didn’t give treatment opts?
I went to see a doctor for issues other than halitosis, it was for some stomach issues i’d been having since getting my gallbladder removed and he wound up diagnosing me as having IBS and also halitosis. So embarrassing. He only gave me meds to help with the IBS but didn’t give me anything for the halitosis and he didn’t offer any treatment. Actually he didn’t even tell me what the diagnosis were. The way I found out was I was trying to renew my health insurance, and I put that last doctor visit on the application and the underwriters called me and told me they needed to speak with the doctor’s office and ask some questions about the visit. They put us on a 3-way call and the underwriter asked one of the staff ladies at the dr.s office what the diagnosis was and she said, IBS and halitosis. Pretty embarrassing for me but I guess it could’ve been worse, we could’ve been talking face to face and that would’ve really been embarrassing. Ok so now that I know I have it, I really want to deal with it. What should be my first step in curing the halitosis?
I already brush my teeth well at least 2 times a day and I also scrape my tongue everyday twice a day but only floss occassionally. I’d say I only floss once or twice a month. Could that be a reason for it?-
ANSWER:
You might be surprised to learn that your halitosis and IBS are actually related.Halitosis is really caused by an overgrowth of bad bacteria in your mouth. This is why people will tell you to use mouthwash which will help kill the bacteria. But you have to consider this. Your entire digestive tract from your mouth to anus is 1 continous membrane so if you have an imbalance of bacteria in any one area, they will spread everywhere. So the point to take away from this is that because a large part of IBS is due to an imbalance between harmful and beneficial bacteria in your gut, that same imbalance will exist in your mouth thus causing your halitosis.
So if you want to actually get rid of halitosos without having to continuously use mouthwash or other very temporary fixes, you have to fix the cause of the problem which is really the imbalance of your entire digestive tract. If you do this then you IBS symptoms will get better too.
#1 Understand that sugar and processed foods feed the harmful bacteria so if you want to get rid of them then you have to stop feeding them. So cut out all sugar and processed foods from your diet.
#2 Once you’ve done #1 then you can add the missing beneficial bacteria back into your gut with the use of a good high quality probiotic like Dr. Ohirra’s.
#3 If you want further relief from IBS then you need to start cutting out the foods that are making it worse. So you can start by cutting out the most common food intolerances found in today’s society… wheat/gluten, dairy, and soy.
Also, sorry to hear about you having your gallbladder removed. This can also be a contributing factor to your stomach pain because you may not be able to digest fats very well due to decreased bile activity.
I use a product with my clients who have had their Gallbladders removed called Cholacol which is natural bile salts that will help you to properly digest fats and take the load off of your liver. You should give it a shot.
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QUESTION:
has anyone (and if how) been cured from halitosis due to coated tongue?
I suffer from chronic halitosis. I can see over my tongue a green/brown sticky layer of bacteria (=coated tongue). Tongue scraper does not function. My oral hygiene is perfect. Has anyone had the same problem? How did he/she treat it? Did she/he take antibiotics? Please help me, many doctor visited me and I still suffer from halitosis.-
ANSWER:
you should consult a doctor! Im sure there is something they could do about it
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QUESTION:
help i am suffering from halitosis and brushing my teeth is not getting rid of it?
yes I have seen a doctor and a dentist. No answer for me. Please don’t tell me to chew gum and suck mints because they don’t work.-
ANSWER:
keep your mouth hydrated (moist) at all times! dry mouth = instant bad breath. rinse your mouth often with a moisturizing non-alcoholic mouthwash like Oasis. Really works.For long term help, you can try the Dr. Katz’s Therabreath system which definitely worked for me 100%.
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QUESTION:
How do you get rid of halitosis?
Is it curable with home remedies or do you have to go to a doctor?
Or is it gonna stay forever-
ANSWER:
try rinsin your mouth with hydrogen peroxide and water(half and half)
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