{"id":5987,"date":"2014-08-05T04:14:40","date_gmt":"2014-08-05T04:14:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jdc.local\/sin-categorizar\/bad-breath-finding-the-causes-and-how-to-fix-it"},"modified":"2019-03-01T15:14:36","modified_gmt":"2019-03-01T21:14:36","slug":"bad-breath-finding-the-causes-and-how-to-fix-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jeffersondentalclinics.com\/es\/blog\/bad-breath-finding-the-causes-and-how-to-fix-it","title":{"rendered":"Bad Breath: Finding the Causes and How to Fix it"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"causesLet\u2019s face it, we\u2019ve all had bad breath before. And it\u2019s not pleasant for you or anyone else. The scientific term is halitosis, and roughly 20% of Americans suffer from bad breath. Don\u2019t worry, bad breath in the morning is common for everyone, so that doesn\u2019t count. But if you brush your teeth yet still have bad breath throughout the day, you probably suffer from halitosis.<\/p>\n

What are the causes of bad breath?<\/h2>\n

Dry mouth<\/h3>\n

Saliva is necessary to moisten your mouth, and you produce about 1 liter of saliva everyday. Saliva contains enzymes that break down food particles and help protect your teeth from bacteria and decay. So if you suffer from dry mouth, your breath may suffer due to the fact there are not enough enzymes breaking down food particles.<\/p>\n

Smoking<\/h3>\n

Most people know that smoking causes bad breath<\/a>, but not why. Cigarettes contain several chemicals that are extremely pungent. So when they are repeatedly inhaled they leave an after-smell that\u2019s difficult to get rid of. Also, inhaling hot gases\/smoke dries your mouth.<\/p>\n

Poor oral habits<\/h3>\n

Everyone learns at a young age that we should brush twice a day, floss, and use mouth wash. Now it\u2019s OK if you skip every now and again, but it really becomes a problem when oral health is totally neglected. Not only will you suffer from an assortment of health problems, your breath will suffer severely. Brushing<\/a> your teeth removes bacteria and food particles. But if you don\u2019t brush, the food particles can remain in your mouth, which promotes bacterial growth between your gums, teeth, and tongue. Bad breath is inevitable after this happens.<\/p>\n

Other reasons<\/h3>\n

There are several other possibilities that could cause bad breath. Nose and sinus infections<\/strong> are quite common bad breath causes. The causes of bad exhaling odor may be because of sinus infections or foreign bodies. Tonsils<\/strong> can accumulate calcified matter that smells foul, causing bad breath. And acid may enter your esophagus<\/strong>, which may cause gases to escape to your mouth.<\/p>\n

How do you prevent bad breath?<\/h2>\n

Good oral habits<\/h3>\n

Brush your teeth twice a day, floss, and use mouth wash. This will wash away any leftover food particles from your previous meals and stop bacteria from spreading. Make sure you visit the dentist every six months and get a proper cleaning<\/a>. Here are some tips:<\/p>\n