Saturday 27 December 2008

Bad Breath in Essex ? Halitosis In Essex?

How Can i tell if i have bad breath?

Lots of small signals can show that you have bad breath.Have you noticed people stepping away when you start to talk? Do people turn their cheek when you kiss them goodbye?

If you think you might have bad breath, there is a simple test that you can do. Simply lick the inside of your wrist and sniff- if the smell is bad, you can be pretty sure that your breath is too!

Or ask a very good friend to be absolutely honest, but do make sure they are a true friend.

What causes bad breath?


Bad Breath is very common problem and there are many different causes.

Persistent bad breath is usually caused by the smelly gases released by the bacteria that coat your teeth and gums.

Bits of food that get caught between the teeth and on the tongue will decay and can sometimes cause an unpleasant smell.

So correct and regular brushing is very important to keep your breath smelling fresh.

However, strong foods like garlic , coffee and onions can add to the problem.

The bacteria on our teeth and gums plaque also causes gum disease and dental decay.
One of the warning signs of gum disease is that you always have bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth.

The earlier you contact us on 01375481000 @ Chafford Hundred Dental Care Drake Road Grays Essex RM16 6SE the better!

What else causes Bad Breath?

Bad Breath can also be caused by some medical conditions like Dry Mouth Xerostomia.
This is a condition that affects the flow of salivia. This in turn causes bacteria to build up in the mouth and this leads to bad breath!

Other medical conditions that cause bad breath include
1. infections in the throat.
2. infections in the nose or lungs.
3.sinusitis
4.bronchitis
5.diabetes.
6.Liver or kidney problems.
7.Smoking.

1 comment:

Renee Yurovsky said...

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