What is halitosis?

Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath. Everyone gets bad breath from time to time — especially after eating garlic, onions or other strong foods. But bad breath that doesn’t go away (chronic halitosis) could mean you have an oral health issue or a condition that’s affecting another part of your body. Halitosis is a symptom of many different conditions. In other words, it’s like a warning message from your body. Finding the root cause of halitosis is the first step in treating the issue.

What are the symptoms of halitosis?

The main halitosis symptom is foul-smelling breath that doesn’t go away. The odor may be strong enough for other people to notice.

What is the most common cause of bad breath?

The most common cause of halitosis is poor oral hygiene. Without proper oral hygiene-like brushing, flossing and routine dental cleanings-harmful bacteria invade your mouth and multiply out of control. This can lead to several oral health issues like halitosis, cavities and gum disease.

How can we prevent halitosis?

Proper oral hygiene is the best way to keep your breath smelling clean and fresh. Here are some general guidelines:

• Brush twice a day, for at least two minutes each time, and floss once a day. Remember to clean your tongue with your brush or a tongue scraper.
• Use an alcohol-free antibacterial mouthwash.
• See your dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings. For some people, this may be every six months. But others may need more frequent visits to keep their oral health in check.
• Drink a lot of water to help prevent dry mouth.
• Boost the production of saliva by using sugar-free chewing gum, sucking on sugar-free candy or eating healthy foods that require a lot of chewing.
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine and tobacco products because they can dry out your mouth.

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