If your chronic halitosis is keeping you away
from social engagements, it’s time to schedule an appointment with your
dentist.
Although there are several reasons for
chronic bad breath, gum disease is at the top of the list. If you have gum
disease it’s not just your teeth and gums that will suffer.
Periodontal disease, the more serious form of
gum disease, has been linked to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and Alzheimer’s
disease. Although it is imperative that
you schedule an appointment for your chronic halitosis, there are some other
reasons for your bad breath.
Dry Mouth-Medications, postnasal drip,
tobacco use and certain medical problems can cause dry mouth. Dry mouth can
cause bad breath and other teeth and gum problems. Dry mouth occurs because
your salivary glands aren’t producing enough saliva. Ask your doctor to switch
your medication. If you aren’t on any over the counter or prescribed drugs,
talk to your dentist.
Tobacco-Cigarettes, cigars, Hookah pipes, and
chewing tobacco are equally as bad as each other. If you smoke or chew, you
could be suffering from chronic halitosis. Ask your doctor about kicking the
habit. Tobacco also affects your sense of taste and smell, can irritate your
delicate gums and can stain your teeth. When you quit chewing or smoking, you
may see an increase in your social engagement invitations.
Onions and Garlic-You may love garlic and
onions, but be aware that the odor will stay in your system up to 72 hours
after you have eaten it. Odorous foods are absorbed into your blood stream,
through your skin and into your teeth and gums. Brushing, flossing and mouth
rinse will not help the smell go away until the onions, garlic and other
odorous foods have been absorbed into your body.
If you have chronic bad breath, schedule an
appointment with your Corona Dentist who can determine the cause and come up
with a solution to your chronic halitosis. Call or click now.
