Common Causes of Bad Breath
Common Causes of Bad Breath
Bad breath, or halitosis, can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Sometimes, it can point to a serious underlying problem. Most often, however, it’s caused by lifestyle choices like smoking or poor dental hygiene. Bacteria feast on food particles left in your mouth after eating and create odorous sulfur compounds that give off an unpleasant smell. Poor dental hygiene habits such as failure to brush teeth regularly can also lead to bad breath.
To combat this issue, improve your dental hygiene habits! Brush twice daily with toothpaste designed to fight bacteria buildup, floss and use a water flosser regularly, use a tongue scraper daily, drink water throughout the day, and use mouthwash once a day for freshness.
Schedule an appointment to rule out any underlying conditions affecting your oral health. We’re here to help you!
