Bad Breath Natural Remedies
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The condition of teeth and gums should also be regularly checked by the dentist. In case of ENT diseases (angina, rhinitis …), bad breath is temporary and disappears with treatment. In many cases, no specific cause is found and only respect a perfect hygiene can alleviate this inconvenience.
2. What is bad breath?
In most cases, bad breath is due to a cause that is in the mouth.
The bacteria are the main culprits, accumulating at the tongue. They produce sulfur compounds responsible for bad breath odor. Because normally removed by saliva, these compounds tend to accumulate during the night because our production of saliva decreases so considerably.Hence, more frequent bad breath in the morning upon waking.
3. What are the main causes of bad breath?
In most cases, bad breath is of local origin. It is well known that the consumption:
- garlic, onion or known to alcohol alters the breath, albeit in passing.
- Likewise, smoking causes an odor of the breath and also causes a decrease in saliva production, contributing to bad breath. In case of persistent bad breath:
- Search first a dental origin. In fact, tooth decay or gum in poor condition may lead to accumulation of bacteria and food debris. Their decomposition leads to bad breath.
- All inflammations and infections of the mouth can affect the breath. One of the most common is thrush, a fungus related.
- Infections of the ENT are also causes of bad breath. Thus, diseases such as trivial rhinitis, pharyngitis or tonsillitis cause a bad smell, which fortunately disappeared with the cure of the disease.
- Much more rarely, the origin lies outside the mouth. It is so very special situations, such as gastro-intestinal, renal or taking certain drugs containing substances whose odor is very special.
- Know that stress is a significant cause of bad breath.
Finally, in half the cases, bad breath is linked to any specific cause. Some people think they have bad breath, although this is not the case …
4. The advice to keep fresh breath
First, dental hygiene is obviously essential. Brush your teeth after every meal. In the evening, floss to remove food debris between teeth. To hunt successfully bacteria, it is recommended to brush your tongue, gums, palate and cheeks. If you wear a denture, clean it regularly and do not wear the night.
The chewing gums, lozenges and sprays have a transitory effect. It is the same for mouthwash containing mint or eucalyptus. In any case, you should use regular mouthwash referred antibacterial because you may then appear side effects.
Check twice a year, your dentist, who will check the condition of your teeth and gums and may treat any decay or gingivitis. You will also, if necessary, advice tailored to your health problem.
If tobacco and / or alcohol are involved, moderation, or better yet, stop consumption is obviously recommended, knowing that the benefit to your overall health is considerable.
5. Bad breath natural remedies
- Brush your teeth at least 3 times a day.
- Allow brushing in the morning after breakfast and brushing at night before bedtime.
- Spend always 3 minutes each brushing.
- Brush your teeth carefully and gently.
- Brush them on all 4 sides: side palace, side language, playing alongside and between the teeth (space very often forgotten). To do this he must learn to effectively use a toothbrush (preferably electric and rotary) and dental floss.
Start with the inside of the teeth because it is often overlooked. Place the handle of the brush and hair horizontally to 45 ° to the tooth surface. Brush up the gum, but not above. Make gentle movements and circular, ten per tooth.
Repeat for the outer surface of teeth.
Then brush the inner surface of the incisors. Place the brush with the vertical shaft and bristles at an angle of 45 ° to the tooth surface.
Finally, brush the masticatory surfaces of molars by printing a back and forth.