CAUSES OF BAD BREATH

Definition

Is a condition whereby a Foul-smelling breath emanating from the mouth. Usually caused by the breakdown of food, other causes include poor dental hygiene, dry mouth, disease, infection, tobacco use and severe dieting.

Causes

·         Food particles from stinky foods like garlic and onions

·         Smoking

·         Respiratory Infections

·         Dry Mouth

·         Fasting

·         Acid Reflux

·         Poor Oral Hygiene

·         Dental Problem like gum disease and tooth decay.

·        Medical issues- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Mouth, Nose, Ear and 

     Throat infection. It could also be a sign of some liver and kidney diseases.

·       Crash diets: Fasting and low-carbohydrate eating programs can produce halitosis;

·       Drugs: certain medications can reduce saliva and, therefore, increase odors. 

    Other drugs can produce odors as they breakdown and release chemicals in the breath. Examples include nitrates used to treat angina, some chemotherapy chemicals and some tranquilizers, such as phenothiazines. Individuals who take vitamin supplements in large doses can also be prone to bad breath

·   Ketoacidosis: when the insulin levels of a person with diabetes are very low, their bodies can no longer use sugar and begin to use fat stores instead. When fat is broken down, ketones are produced and build up. Ketones can be poisonous when found in large numbers and produce a distinctive and unpleasant breath odor. Ketoacidosis is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition

·      Bowel obstruction: breath can smell like feces if there has been a prolonged period of vomiting, especially if a bowel obstruction is present

Don’t hesitate to contact me for further clarification, Dr. Odeyemi Kolade

Project Smile 32 Senior facilitator

0906-1999-927.