Unfortunately, millions of people suffer from bad breath; in fact, the number of people exceeds 90 million. An embarrassing and sometimes depression-causing matter, there are various ways to prevent and treat bad breath.
More important than the smell of your breath, is your oral health. While poor oral hygiene often results in chronic bad breath, lifestyle and diet also play a role. To ensure your mouth’s health, visit your dentist regularly. This will help you identify any underlying issues that may be causing your bad breath, which may include gum disease, poor hygiene and problems with your tonsils, cavities or Peri-implantitis.
If you’ve ever been around a smoker, as a general rule they have bad breath (sorry smokers, but it’s true!). Smoking tobacco is one of the leading causes of chronic bad breath; by kicking that bad habit, freshen up your breath. Diet is another major cause of bad breath, foods like garlic and onions often leave a stinky aftertaste and smell, as can coffee.
Below is a further look into the causes and treatment of and for bad breath.
