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The problem of bad breath is quite common and reaches 80-90% of the adult population, but only in 25% of cases is bad breath persistent and its cause is the presence of chronic pathological process in the human body. Bad breath is usually caused by diseases of the digestive organs (stomach, liver, intestines, teeth and oral cavity). In most cases, it occurs due to accumulation in a person's mouth - on the tongue, around the teeth and between the teeth - large quantity anaerobic bacteria.

This condition is also known as “halitosis” or “halitosis”, “ozostomia”, “stomatodysody”. The problem of bad breath is by no means insoluble. Methods for its treatment are usually very simple and effective - you just need to correctly recognize the main cause of the unpleasant odor.

Do you have bad breath?

Of course, under certain circumstances, each of us may experience bad breath, and we ourselves can often find out about this only by the reaction of the people around us. Determining whether you have bad breath can often be difficult, primarily because the mouth, the source of all these odors, is connected to the nose through an opening at the back of the mouth, in the area of the soft palate. And since the nose “filters” odors that arise in the back of the mouth, it also filters this most unpleasant odor. That is, it is quite possible that you have this bad breath - but you yourself don’t know about it.

If even our own noses can't help us determine with certainty what our breath smells like, can we still know? One way is to get an opinion on this matter from one of your closest relatives. You can also make the same request to a close friend, or to your dentist during your next visit to him. If this question seems too personal to you and you are afraid to “entrust” it to adults, do not be embarrassed and ask your children about it. As we well know, it is through their mouths that the truth often speaks.

Is it possible to independently determine what your breath smells like?

Such methods are also known. For example, lick your wrist, let the saliva dry for about five seconds, and then smell the area. So how? That's pretty much what you smell like. Or, to be precise, this is what the front of your tongue smells like.

Now try to figure out what the back of your tongue smells like. Take a spoon, turn it over, and scrape the farthest part of your tongue with it. (Don't be surprised if you start choking when you do this.) Look at the remaining substance on the spoon that you scraped off your tongue - it is usually thick and whitish. Now smell it. This is the smell of your breath (as opposed to the smell of the front of your tongue) that others are likely to smell.

The main cause of unpleasant odor

Now you know that in most cases, the source of bad breath is the white substance that covers the back of the tongue. Or, to be more precise, the bacteria that live in this white substance.

There is another, also very common cause of unpleasant odor - bacteria that accumulate in other areas of the mouth.

What conditions or circumstances can cause or increase an unpleasant odor? Many of these factors are somehow related to:

Oral bacteria.
- Conditions that stimulate the growth of these bacteria.
- Poor cleaning of areas where bacteria accumulate.

Can food cause an unpleasant odor?

Some food products have a long-standing reputation for causing unpleasant odors, such as onions or garlic. When food is digested, the molecules that make it up are absorbed by our body and then removed from it through the bloodstream.

Some of these molecules, which have very characteristic and unpleasant odors, enter our lungs along with the bloodstream. They are removed from the lungs when you exhale - hence the unpleasant odor. Although this kind of unpleasant odor is a rather annoying problem, we will not discuss it in detail on these pages. The unpleasant odor caused by the consumption of certain foods usually disappears on its own after a day or two - as soon as the body eliminates all the “bad-smelling” molecules. And getting rid of such a smell is quite simple - you just need to exclude such foods from your diet or reduce their consumption to a minimum.

Does smoking cause bad odor?

You've probably met people who smoke heavily and whose breath smells specific smell. Although many factors influence the formation of unpleasant odors associated with smoking, the main ones are nicotine, tar and other foul-smelling substances contained in tobacco smoke. These substances accumulate on the teeth and soft tissues of a smoker's mouth - gums, cheek tissue, tongue. And let's make a reservation again - we will not discuss this type of unpleasant odor in detail on these pages either. The only way to completely get rid of this odor is to quit smoking (although if you improve your oral hygiene, this odor can be reduced somewhat). Note also that smoking itself dehydrates the tissues of the mouth. This weakens the moisturizing and disinfecting effect of saliva, which washes away bacteria and their metabolic products. Dry mouth is discussed in more detail below. It is known that smoking people Problems associated with periodontal disease (“gum disease”) are more common.

Periodontal diseases also occur due to bacterial activity. Gum disease and its connection to bad odor is discussed in more detail below.

Does xerostomia (dry mouth) contribute to bad breath?

Even if you don’t have any particular problems with unpleasant odor, you’ve probably noticed that in the morning when you just woke up, your breath is much less fresh. This happens because our mouth “dries out” at night - because during sleep our body produces less saliva. The result of this drying out is “morning breath”. A similar “drying effect” is often noticed by, for example, teachers or lawyers who have to talk for several hours - this also causes their mouths to dry out. Some people suffer from chronic dry mouth, a condition called xerostomia. It is even more difficult for them to solve problems with fresh breath. Moisture in our mouths helps cleanse. We constantly swallow saliva - and with each swallow, millions of bacteria are washed out of our mouth, as well as the food particles that these bacteria feed on. In addition, saliva dissolves and washes away the waste products of bacteria living in the mouth.

Saliva - special shape Mouth moisturizing liquid, a kind of natural mouth cleanser. Any moisture can have a cleansing and dissolving effect; saliva, in addition, contains special components that kill bacteria and neutralize their waste products. When your mouth dries out, the beneficial effects of saliva are greatly reduced. Neutralization of bacteria slows down and conditions for their growth improve.

Chronic dry mouth - xerostomia - may also be side effect from taking certain medications. Xerostomia can be caused by antihistamines (allergy and cold medications), antidepressants, medications that regulate blood pressure, diuretics, tranquilizers, narcotic substances. Dry mouth can get worse as you age. Over time, our salivary glands stop working with the same efficiency, and the composition of saliva also changes. This leads to the fact that the cleansing properties of saliva weaken. People who suffer from xerostomia for a long time are more likely to develop periodontal disease (gum disease). Gum disease can also cause bad breath.

Can periodontal disease cause bad odor?

Periodontal disease, commonly referred to simply as “gum disease,” can also cause bad breath. Ask any dentist - the smell of gum disease is very specific, and an experienced doctor can determine the presence of such a disease even before examining the patient.

Oral diseases are the second most common cause of bad breath (the first, as you remember, is the accumulation of bacteria).

More often they occur in people over 35 years of age, that is, than older man, the more likely it is that problems with fresh breath are caused by the condition of his gums. Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection of the soft tissues surrounding the teeth. If such a disease is neglected, it can lead to serious damage to the bone into which our teeth are “inserted.” Often, as this disease progresses, gaps (dentists call them “periodontal pockets”) form between the teeth and gums, where large amounts of bacteria accumulate. These pockets can be so deep that they are difficult to clean properly; bacteria and their metabolic products that accumulate in them also cause an unpleasant odor.

Can a respiratory disease cause an unpleasant odor?

Of course it can. Diseases of the upper respiratory tract, allergies - all these diseases lead to the fact that mucous secretions begin to flow from the nasal cavity into the oral cavity, through the opening in the soft palate. The accumulation of these secretions in the mouth can also cause an unpleasant odor.

People with sinus disease often have a stuffy nose, forcing them to breathe through their mouth. Breathing through the mouth causes it to dry out, which, as we already know, also causes an unpleasant odor. For sinus disease, antihistamines (anti-allergic) medications are often taken, which also contribute to dry mouth.

What dental diseases can cause an unpleasant odor?

In most cases, the occurrence of unpleasant odor in the mouth is associated with various diseases directly to the oral cavity. Any active infection in the mouth, such as an abscessed tooth or partially erupted wisdom tooth, can cause an unpleasant odor. Extensive, untreated cavities on teeth can accumulate large amounts of bacteria and food debris, which also cause an unpleasant odor. if you have similar diseases, during the examination, your dentist will definitely identify them and offer effective methods treatment.

Can other untreated diseases cause bad odor?

Some diseases internal organs may also cause an unpleasant odor. If the patient has tried all the usual methods for eliminating an unpleasant odor in such cases, but they have led nowhere, then a visit to a therapist will not hurt. Your doctor, of course, knows which diseases are most likely in your case; but, for general information, bad breath can occur with diseases of the respiratory tract, liver, kidneys, and gastrointestinal diseases.

Can dentures cause bad odor?

Dentures (full, partial, removable, etc.) can have a significant impact on the freshness of your breath. If you wear any dentures, there is a simple test you can do to see if your dentures are causing bad odor:

Remove your dentures and place them in a closed container, such as a plastic lunch box. Close it tightly and leave it like that for five minutes. Then open it sharply and immediately smell it. This is roughly what the people you talk to smell like from your mouth.

Although most cases of bad breath are caused by the buildup of bacteria on the tongue, on or around the teeth (periodontal disease), bacteria can also accumulate on the surface of dentures and cause bad breath.

What is actually the main cause of unpleasant odor?

In most cases, the occurrence of bad breath is associated with the condition of the oral cavity. Namely, an unpleasant odor is usually caused by bacteria living in it. Bacteria, like humans, consume food and excrete waste throughout their lives. The waste products of some types of bacteria are sulfur compounds, and they are the cause of the unpleasant odor. Remember what a rotten egg smells like? This smell is also caused by the formation of a sulfur compound in the egg - hydrogen sulfide. The characteristic smell of compost heaps or barnyards also owes its “fragrance” to the presence of a sulfur compound - methyl mercaptan. And both of these compounds are released by bacteria that live in our mouths. These substances have common name"volatile sulfur compounds" (VSC). The term "volatile" means that these substances evaporate quickly, even when normal temperatures. The “volatility” of these compounds explains their ability to quickly penetrate, so to speak, into the noses of the people around us. Although these substances mainly create bad breath, bacteria. living in the oral cavity, they also secrete other products that have a very unpleasant aroma. Here are some of them:

Cadavrine is a substance that produces a characteristic cadaverous odor.
- Putrescine - forms a stench when meat rots.
- Skatole is the main component of the odor of human feces.

You will probably be quite surprised to learn that in an ordinary human mouth there can be such a “bouquet” of unpleasant odors - but this is so, and, unfortunately, there are no exceptions. Every person, to one degree or another, has these, so to speak, aromas in his breath. Fortunately, the human sense of smell does not detect these odors if their concentration in the breath is low. Only when it rises does that characteristic unpleasant odor form.

What types of bacteria cause bad odor?

Most of the chemical compounds that cause an unpleasant odor (hydrogen sulfide, methyl mercaptan, cadavrine, putrescine, skatole) are secreted by anaerobic bacteria (their more accurate name is gram-negative anaerobes). The term "anaerobic" means that they live and reproduce best in places where there is no oxygen. In our mouths, there is a constant struggle for living space between bacteria that produce products that create an unpleasant odor, and other bacteria that do not. The freshness of our breath is determined, strictly speaking, by the degree of balance in the presence of both bacteria. Accumulation of plaque (the white film that forms on the tongue and teeth - at the gum line and below) can tip this balance in favor of odor-producing bacteria. Imagine - a layer of plaque only one or two tenths of a millimeter thick (that is, approximately banknote) no longer contains oxygen at all - that is, best place cannot be found for bacteria. Therefore, as plaque accumulates, it is inhabited by more and more bacteria that create an unpleasant odor - which means that each of our exhalations contains more and more compounds released by these bacteria.

What do anaerobic bacteria that produce an unpleasant odor feed on?

Most of the foul-smelling substances that cause bad breath are released by bacteria after consuming proteins. That is, when we eat foods such as meat or fish, the bacteria living in our mouth also receive their share of food. And what they secrete after eating are those same compounds. which cause an unpleasant odor. Anaerobic bacteria will find proteins - their favorite food - in anything, even the cheeseburger you eat. In addition, in our mouths there is always “natural” protein food for them - for example, dead skin cells, or numerous protein components contained in saliva. If you do not regularly use a toothbrush and floss, a real feast for bacteria will form in your mouth - leftover food from today's breakfast, yesterday's dinner, the day before yesterday's lunch...

Which foods contain the most protein?

Meat, fish and seafood, eggs, dairy products (milk, cheeses and yoghurts) - all these products contain a lot of protein. Most people get about two-thirds of their protein needs from them. Other sources of protein are cereals and products made from them, nuts, leguminous plants (peas, beans and lentils). The ingredients found in many of our favorite desserts (like cakes and pies) make these delicious foods protein pantries.

Where do the bacteria that cause bad odor live?

In most cases, these bacteria accumulate on the tongue, but they have many other “habitats”.

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Remember the "experiment" we recommended you do at the beginning of this section. Although the odor produced in the front area of our tongue may not be the most pleasant, it is usually not the main source of problems with fresh breath. The main “component” of the unpleasant odor is formed in the back of the tongue. Go to the mirror, stick out your tongue and look at it carefully. You will probably see a whitish coating on its surface. Closer to the back of the tongue, this coating becomes denser. The amount of bacteria that accumulates on the human tongue depends on the texture of its surface. In people whose tongue surface has more folds, grooves and indentations, this number will be greater than in people with more smooth surface language. In order to create a favorable environment for the life of bacteria in the white layer of the tongue - i.e. deprived of oxygen - this layer can have a thickness of only one or two tenths of a millimeter. This “oxygen-free” environment is also called “anaerobic”; This is where bacteria live and multiply best. Studies have shown that the number of bacteria on the human tongue directly depends on the thickness of the white layer covering it. And as you can guess, the freshness of your breath depends on the number of bacteria: the fewer there are, the fresher it is.

Periodontal sources

Bacteria that cause an unpleasant odor also feel quite comfortable in areas of the oral cavity other than the tongue. Perhaps you have noticed that while flossing your teeth, an unpleasant odor sometimes also appears. And perhaps this smell becomes more noticeable when you start brushing between your back teeth. In the spaces between the teeth, bacteria that create an unpleasant odor also find refuge. Dentists call these areas “periodontal” (“paro” means “about” and “dont” means “tooth”). Even in a more or less healthy mouth, bacteria can find an oxygen-deprived (anaerobic) environment - for example, under the gum line, around and between teeth. And in people suffering from periodontal disease (“gum disease”), the number of such anaerobic “corners” increases many times over. Periodontal disease often damages the bone that surrounds the teeth. This, in turn, leads to the formation of depressions between the teeth and gums (dentists call them “periodontal pockets”). These pockets are usually very difficult or impossible to clean, and they become an ideal anaerobic environment in which odor-causing bacteria live and thrive.

How to get rid of an unpleasant odor?

Since the main source of bad breath is foul-smelling bacterial secretions (volatile sulfur compounds), main way get rid of them - cleanse oral cavity so that:

Deprive bacteria nutrients.
- Reduce the amount of bacteria already accumulated in the mouth.
- Reduce the anaerobic environment in which bacteria live and multiply.
- Prevent the formation of new breeding grounds for bacteria.

You can also use cleaners that reduce the activity of odor-causing volatile sulfur compounds.

How to deprive bacteria of nutrients?

As you remember, the main source of bad breath is the foul-smelling waste bacteria produce when digesting proteins. Therefore, people who eat a vegetarian diet (consisting mainly of fruits and vegetables) are less likely to have problems with fresh breath than those who consume a lot of protein foods, such as meat. In addition, it is very important to clean the oral cavity in a timely and proper manner - especially after consuming protein-rich foods. After finishing breakfast, lunch or dinner, tiny particles of food remain in our mouths, which get stuck between the teeth and also settle in a white coating on the back of the tongue. And since it is in these places that anaerobic bacteria accumulate, causing an unpleasant odor, then, without properly cleaning your mouth after eating, you will thereby provide them with a sufficient amount of nutrients for a long time.

To get rid of unpleasant odor, you need to brush your teeth and gums. The bacteria that produce products that cause bad breath also live in the plaque that accumulates on the teeth and gum line. In order to reduce this plaque, prevent its further accumulation and remove food debris that “lingers” in the mouth and serves as food for bacteria, it is necessary to thoroughly clean the teeth and gums with a toothbrush and dental floss. About dental floss Let us remind you once again. If you do not thoroughly and daily clean the spaces between your teeth where a toothbrush cannot reach, you will be unlikely to get rid of bad breath.

Diagnosis of the causes of bad breath

Particular attention must be paid to diagnostic methods. First of all, you need to inform your doctor about the presence of chronic diseases. It has been established that the occurrence of bad breath is significantly influenced by nutritional and hygienic factors, therefore patients are advised to refrain from eating, drinking, rinsing the mouth and smoking for at least two hours before diagnostic measures.

The first is a hedonic research method, carried out by a doctor who evaluates the quality and strength of the unpleasant odor, and gives a rating on the Rosenberg scale from 0 to 5 points. The main drawback of the method is subjectivity.

The next step is to measure the amount of sulfur compounds in the exhaled air using special device sulfide monitoring "Halimeter". Hydrogen sulfide, methyl mercaptan and dimethyl sulfide account for 90% of all volatile sulfur compounds in the oral cavity, so measuring the concentration of these gases is the main way to determine the severity of halitosis.

The next stage is microbiological examination. The diagnostic stage is very important, since depending on the source of the unpleasant odor and the reasons that caused it, the treatment tactics will depend.

Visit your dentist

If after all measures taken the bad breath does not disappear, call and make an appointment with your dentist, where you can not only discuss the problem in detail, but also carry out necessary procedures on cleaning your mouth. It may turn out the best way out, because:

1) Not all people know how to use dental floss and dental floss most effectively. After examining your mouth, your doctor will teach you the necessary techniques.

2) Effective cleaning of teeth can be hindered by tartar built up on them. Your dentist will remove it.

3) If you have signs of periodontal disease (“gum disease”), your doctor will identify them and provide you with appropriate treatment. Periodontal disease can seriously damage your teeth and the surrounding bone. This creates deep “pockets” between the teeth and gums in which bacteria accumulate, so deep that they are difficult or even impossible to clean.

4) During the examination, your doctor will identify - if any - other untreated diseases that may increase the unpleasant odor.

5) If your doctor seems unlikely that these diseases are the cause of the unpleasant odor, he will suggest that you make an appointment with a therapist and will provide appropriate explanations.

You need to clean your tongue thoroughly

Since most people tend to ignore this procedure, try making it part of your daily oral care routine. Very often, using this method alone - without additional measures - helps eliminate unpleasant odors. Think back again to the “experiment” we recommended you do at the beginning of this section. Then we found that the front of the tongue has a less unpleasant odor than the back. This happens because the front area of the tongue constantly cleans itself - and therefore fewer anaerobic bacteria accumulate on it. As the tongue moves, its front part constantly rubs against solid sky- this is how cleansing happens. preventing the accumulation of bacteria. Unlike the front, the back of the tongue during its movement comes into contact only with soft palate. In this case, effective cleaning is not possible. Therefore, odor-causing bacteria accumulate mainly on the back of the tongue, which is why it is this area that needs periodic cleaning.

How to properly clean your tongue? To cleanse posterior region tongue, there are several methods, but they all have the same goal - to remove bacteria and food debris that accumulate in this area. When cleaning your tongue - no matter what method you use - you should try to reach as far as possible to clean as much of its surface area as possible. If you start choking, don't be surprised. This natural reaction, but over time this reflex should weaken.

How to clean your tongue using a toothbrush or a special brush.

To clean the surface of the tongue you can use toothbrush or a special brush for cleaning the tongue. Start brushing with the furthest areas you can reach, then gradually move the brush strokes (directed anteriorly) towards the front of the tongue. The movements should be made with some pressure on the surface of the tongue - but, of course, not too strong so as not to cause irritation. To clean your tongue more effectively, you can use toothpaste, - because it contains the same ingredients as mouth cleansing liquids. You can learn more about this on the page dedicated to oral cleaners. Pastes that neutralize volatile sulfur compounds. Since VSCs are what cause bad odor, toothpastes containing neutralizing VSCs - such as chlorine dioxide or zinc - improve the freshness of your breath.

Pastes with antibacterial properties

If the toothpaste you use contains antibacterial agents - such as chlorine dioxide or cetylpyridone chloride - you can both "expel" and destroy anaerobic bacteria when cleaning your tongue.

Although brushing your tongue with a toothbrush can provide quite satisfactory results, many people prefer to use a special tongue scraping spoon, believing this method is more effective. Some patients claim that they choke less when scraping their tongue with a spoon than when cleaning it with a toothbrush or special brush. In order to test your reaction to this method, you can conduct a simple experiment. Take a regular spoon from the kitchen (better a teaspoon than a table spoon), turn it over and try to scrape your tongue with it. To do this, touch the spoon back surface tongue, press it lightly and pull forward. Do this carefully, but without effort. Don't scrub too hard as this may irritate the surface of your tongue. If scraping as a method is not objectionable to you, buy a special spoon designed for this purpose at the pharmacy. It is quite possible that it will clean the tongue more effectively than a teaspoon.

What types of liquid mouth cleaners can help get rid of bad breath?

Liquid mouth rinses, when used along with regular and effective tongue cleaning, brushing and flossing, can also help a lot in getting rid of bad odor. You should not just rely on rinse aids and neglect the other measures listed. The ability of a liquid mouthwash to effectively combat bad breath is associated with some of its properties, namely:

A) Antibacterial properties. If the mouthwash has the ability to kill bacteria, it can help reduce the amount of anaerobic bacteria in your mouth. Since it is these bacteria that emit volatile sulfur compounds, which in turn form bad breath, the fewer of these bacteria there are in the mouth, the better.

C) The ability to neutralize volatile sulfur compounds. Rinse aids contain components that have the ability to neutralize volatile sulfur compounds and the substances that form them. As you remember, volatile sulfur compounds are foul-smelling substances that create an unpleasant odor. If a purifier is able to reduce their content in your breath, then it will naturally be fresher.

Listed below are some substances that have the ability to effectively neutralize unpleasant odors. These substances are usually included in mouthwashes sold in pharmacies.

A) Rinse aids containing chlorine dioxide or sodium chlorite (Antibacterial / Neutralizes volatile sulfur compounds)
Many dentists believe that rinses containing chlorine dioxide or its constituent sodium chlorite play a role in vital role in neutralizing bad breath. Research data suggests that chlorine dioxide has a dual effect:

Chlorine dioxide is an oxidizing substance (meaning it releases oxygen). Since most odor-causing bacteria are anaerobic (that is, they prefer to live in places where there is no oxygen), exposure to an oxidizing agent helps reduce their numbers, which consequently reduces the unpleasant odor.

Chlorine dioxide also affects the level of volatile sulfur compounds in the mouth. It neutralizes those compounds that bacteria have already released, and at the same time destroys those substances from which these compounds are subsequently formed. The result is that the concentration of volatile sulfur compounds in the mouth decreases sharply, and the breath, of course, becomes cleaner.

B) Rinse aids containing zinc (Neutralizes volatile sulfur compounds)
Research has shown that rinse aids containing zinc ions can also reduce the concentration of volatile sulfur compounds. It is believed that this is due to the ability of zinc ions to destroy those substances from which bacteria “make” sulfur compounds.

B) “Antiseptic” type rinses (Antibacterial)
"Antiseptic" cleaners (such as Listerine and its equivalents) are also considered suitable odor neutralizers. The effectiveness of these products is related to their ability to kill bacteria that produce volatile sulfur compounds. However, “antiseptic” rinses themselves cannot destroy these compounds. Many dentists believe that “antiseptic” rinses are not the best the best choice. These claims are also due to the fact that “antiseptic” mouthwashes have a high alcohol content (often around 25 percent). Alcohol is a strong desiccant (dehydrating agent), and therefore dries out soft fabrics mouth And if you remember our section on xerostomia, dry mouth can be one of the causes of unpleasant odor.

D) Rinse aids containing cetylpyridone chloride (Antibacterial)
Cetylpyridinium chloride is a component that is sometimes included in liquid mouthwashes. Having an antibacterial effect, it helps reduce the number of anaerobic bacteria.

Do mint tablets, lozenges, drops, sprays and chewing gum help get rid of unpleasant odor?

So are liquid rinses, mints, lozenges, drops, sprays, chewing gum, etc. By themselves, they are not the most effective means of eliminating unpleasant odors. However, when used in conjunction with careful and regular tongue cleaning, brushing and flossing, these products can have very positive effects - especially if they contain substances (such as chlorine dioxide, sodium chlorite and zinc) that can neutralize volatile sulfur compounds. In addition, mints, lozenges, and chewing gum stimulate saliva production. And we already know that saliva cleanses the oral cavity of bacteria and their secretions, which means it helps get rid of unpleasant odor.

How to use liquid mouthwash to achieve the greatest effect?

Bacteria that create an unpleasant odor live both on the surface and in the depths of the white plaque that accumulates on and around the teeth, gums, tongue. An antibacterial rinse by itself cannot penetrate into the depths of this plaque, and therefore, before using such a cleaner, it is better to remove as much plaque as possible using your usual methods - scraping the tongue, brushing and flossing. Rinsing your mouth with mouthwash after these procedures will help remove any remaining bacteria. You don’t just need to put the mouthwash in your mouth, but rinse it properly. Before rinsing, say “a-a-a” - this will allow you to stick out your tongue so that the rinse gets to the back of it, where bacteria accumulate. After rinsing, the rinse aid should be immediately spit out. This is why children should not be allowed to use mouthwash - they may accidentally swallow it.

How to clean dentures

If your dentist has installed dentures in your mouth, he or she must explain to you how to properly clean them. Because bacteria accumulates on your dentures just as it does on your natural teeth, tongue, and gums, your doctor will advise you to clean your dentures with a regular toothbrush or a special brush, both the outside and inside of them. After cleaning the dentures, they need to be placed in a container with an antiseptic liquid (your dentist will also advise you which one).

What measures can you take on your own to get rid of an unpleasant odor?

Drink more water
Oddly enough, but consumption during the day is large quantities water will also help you reduce the unpleasant odor. If there is a lack of water, your body will try to retain it, which will reduce the production of saliva, and it will be less effective at dissolving and washing away bacteria and their secretions, which create an unpleasant odor. Daily consumption drinking enough water is especially important for those suffering from xerostomia (chronic dry mouth).

Rinse your mouth with water
Rinsing your mouth with plain water will also help relieve bad odor for a short period of time. Rinsing also dissolves and washes away bacterial secretions that harm the freshness of your breath.

Stimulate saliva production
This will also help you reduce bad odor. You remember that saliva cleanses the mouth, dissolving and washing away bacteria and their secretions. The easiest way to stimulate saliva production is to chew something. When you chew—anything—your body thinks you're eating food, so it signals it to increase saliva production. (Saliva is a very important component in digesting food). You can, for example, chew clove seeds, dill, mint or parsley. Peppermint tablets, chewing gum and mint candies help salivation. But: if you prefer these products, make sure they do not contain sugar. Sugar promotes the growth of bacteria that can cause tooth decay.

Maintain your oral hygiene especially carefully after consuming protein foods.
Anaerobic bacteria produce volatile sulfur compounds - the cause of unpleasant odors - as a result of consuming proteins. After you eat meat, fish or any other protein-rich food, thoroughly clean your mouth so that the smallest particles of protein food do not serve as a breeding ground for anaerobic bacteria.

Treatment of helminthiases helps eliminate bad breath in children
Scientists note that parents often notice bad breath in children with intestinal helminthiases (especially enterobiasis), which goes away after the helminths are eradicated. Scientists suggest that the cause of the unpleasant odor may be stagnation of intestinal contents due to the presence of worms.

What diseases cause bad breath?

Diseases of the teeth and gums (caries) Pathology of the respiratory system (any infectious and inflammatory diseases, tumors)
Trimethylaminuria and lactase deficiency

Reception of many medicines It can also have a detrimental effect on the freshness of your breath.

Treatment for bad breath

First of all, you should contact your dentist for diagnosis and treatment. The doctor will determine whether there is caries or gum disease, carry out sanitation (disinfection) of the oral cavity, and remove tartar if present. As a rule, after this the smell ceases to bother most patients.

If the dentist concludes that the odor does not originate in the oral cavity, but in the deeper structures of the body, he will refer you to a therapist.

The therapist will prescribe an examination to determine the cause of your concerns and will treat the disease that he identifies. Many will be disappointed that they didn't find the name of a bad breath pill here, but smart people will realize that the treatment will vary depending on your personal cause of the bad breath. A whole range of drugs may be needed, including antibiotics, which, as is known, cannot be used without identifying the pathogenic microorganism, and this can only be done through medical tests.

Which doctors should you contact if you have bad breath?

Dentist
Gastroenterologist
Therapist (general practitioner)

About 80-90% of the adult population suffers from fresh breath. If in most cases this is a physiological phenomenon that can be eliminated with a toothbrush, then in 25% of patients halitosis is persistent and indicates the development of diseases of the teeth, mucous membranes or internal organs. The problem is not insoluble, but requires examination by specialists. Why does an unpleasant “aroma” appear?

Causes of bad breath

There are two types of halitosis: physiological and pathological. The first type is caused by poor diet and poor hygiene, and the second type by dental problems and diseases of the internal organs.

The main causes of putrid odor:

The appearance of a persistent odor in a man or woman should force the patient to undergo diagnostic testing of the body. In 8% of cases, the cause of the unpleasant taste of rot is diseases of the bronchi, lungs, nasal mucosa and polyps.

Why does it smell rotten?

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The occurrence of an unpleasant taste is often associated with personal hygiene. Improper brushing of teeth, insufficient time allocated for morning and evening care, leads to the proliferation of bacteria, the waste products of which are deposited on the teeth, tongue and mucous membrane.

Sometimes a person can identify a problem in the body by the type of smell. This is what acetone smells like when you have diabetes. liver failure– fish, and renal dysfunction is accompanied by a pungent and heavy odor (we recommend reading:). In this case you may need complex treatment.

Dental reasons

Bacteria that cause an unpleasant odor live on the tongue, between the teeth, and on the gums:

The reason for the appearance causing discomfort"aroma" may be caries. Microbes and food debris accumulate in the cavities of tooth enamel, which decompose over time. It is almost impossible to clean holes in teeth using hygiene products.
With periodontitis, microorganisms actively develop under the gums, which is accompanied by the release of a sulfurous odor.
Other diseases can also be the cause: stomatitis, periodontal disease, dysbacteriosis, dysfunction of the salivary glands.
A common problem is improper care for structures - mouth guards, prostheses. The accumulation of saliva and food particles leads to intensive growth of bacteria during their use.

Problems with the gastrointestinal tract

Based on the nature of the smell, you can independently determine the problem:

Sour smell (we recommend reading:). Appears when acidity increases gastric juice. May be a consequence of pancreatitis, stomach ulcers, gastritis.
Smell of feces. Appears with intestinal obstruction, dysbiosis, poor absorption of nutrients. “Aroma” can be a concern when the digestive process is disrupted, when foods are slowly absorbed, causing fermentation to begin.
Smell of hydrogen sulfide. Occurs with gastritis or decreased acidity in the stomach. It may also be the result of food poisoning.

Protein foods contribute to the development of bad breath: meat and dairy products. Substances break down and form alkaline compounds that change acid balance in the mouth. Microorganisms begin to actively multiply, causing an unpleasant odor.

Other reasons

The smell of rot can be caused by other factors:

The smell of rot in the breath of a child or teenager

A child or teenager may experience bad breath for a number of reasons. The main factor is development pathogenic microorganisms on the tongue or in the tonsils due to an imbalance of microflora. This occurs due to the appearance of dry mouth, the causes of which may be:

Less common are other factors that cause a putrid taste - the appearance of caries or diseases of the stomach and intestines. The child will need to undergo a comprehensive examination.

Diagnostic methods

To identify the presence of plaque in the mouth that causes bad breath, you can carry out the procedure yourself using a sanitary napkin or dental floss. If there is a coating on the material yellow color and the smell appears after 30-45 seconds, you should contact a specialist.

Used in medicine different methods identifying halitosis and its causes:

If your breath smells like rot, the doctor can analyze your medical history (when did the smell appear, are there any diseases of the internal organs, is the problem related to food intake). An important part The study is to perform a detailed analysis of a person’s blood to detect the level of sugar, kidney and liver enzymes.

The patient undergoes examinations by an otolaryngologist, gastroenterologist and pulmonologist. This will identify diseases of the nasopharynx, as well as exclude or confirm systemic diseases of the liver, kidneys, diabetes, and problems with the respiratory system.

Treatment options

Patients wonder what to do if there is bad taste in the mouth? Treatment depends on the cause of the problem.

ENT diseases require a visit to an otolaryngologist, chronic diseases require consultation with individual specialists.
If the cause of bad breath is diseases of the oral cavity, it is necessary to remove decayed teeth and fill the areas damaged by caries. It won't hurt to pass professional cleaning deposits (stone, plaque), which can only be done in a dental clinic.

Preventive measures

The most common cause is dry mouth. Due to insufficient water intake, the body reduces saliva production. The cells of the tongue begin to die, bacteria intensify their activity, and these processes cause bad smell.

Bad breath can also be caused by food particles stuck in the mouth. If you don't brush your teeth thoroughly enough, the same bacteria will collect in your mouth and cause odor.

Another reason for bad breath is the food we eat. We know about garlic, onions and cigarettes that cause an unpleasant odor, but this is only half the problem. Fasting and strict diets can also cause bad breath. The body begins to destroy fat reserves, releasing ketones, which give this effect.

Do not forget about medical reasons. Kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes and lung infections can also cause bad breath. If you have symptoms of one of these diseases, it is best to see a doctor. However, the most common causes of bad breath can be overcome on your own.

How to tell if your breath smells

Most unpleasant way- hear about it from your interlocutor. But this is a critical situation and we are trying our best to avoid it.

Here are some less radical ways.

A pink clean tongue indicates a normal odor, white coating says otherwise.

If you have a spoon handy, you can run it over your tongue a few times, let it dry, and then smell it.

Lick your wrist, wait a couple of seconds and smell it.

Does not work: Place your palms towards your mouth and exhale into them. In most cases, you will not notice any unpleasant odor.

How to get rid of unpleasant odor

The bad news: There's no way to get rid of bad breath once and for all. You eat every day, so you also have to take care of your oral cavity every day. And here are the main ways to deal with bad breath.

1. Drink plenty of water. A dry environment is more favorable for bacteria, so not enough water will lead to an unpleasant odor.

2. Use tongue scrapers. No more effective way than cleaning the tongue. The largest number of bacteria accumulate on it - they are the cause bad smell from mouth.

3. Rinse your mouth with a special liquid. It can be found in any supermarket. Measure out the indicated amount of liquid and rinse your mouth with it for 30 seconds. After this, do not eat or smoke for at least 30 minutes.

4. Use dental floss. Many bacteria remain between the teeth. The only way to get rid of them is with dental floss.

5. Eat the right foods. There are several products that also help in the fight against bad breath. This green tea, cinnamon, oranges, berries, apples, celery.

What to use instead of chewing gum

Most experts agree that chewing gum is the most useless way to combat bad odor. Here's what you can chew as an alternative:

Cardamom,

Cinnamon sticks (break off a small piece)

Cloves (no more than one bud),

Parsley.

These tips will help get rid of bad odor if you follow them regularly.

Bad breath (halitosis) affects everyone to one degree or another. For some, this is an intermittent problem that occurs after waking up, eating specific foods or alcohol, or smoking. Sometimes the smell is one of the symptoms of diseases of the internal organs, especially gastrointestinal tract.

Bad breath worsens social life person, interferes with contact with others. That is why many people are worried about what to do when it appears? There are many ways to combat halitosis at home. They are simple, inexpensive, and most importantly, natural and completely safe.

How to remove bad breath depending on the cause?

In order to get rid of bad breath forever, you need to understand the reason for its occurrence. A bad specific odor provokes:

The main cause of halitosis in adults is the proliferation of harmful bacteria and microorganisms in the mouth. In the absence of oxygen they release chemical substances which have a very unpleasant odor. In addition, bacteria contribute to the development of plaque, tartar and oral diseases, which are also accompanied by bad breath.

After smoking and alcohol

Bad breath after smoking is due to several reasons:

the healthy microflora of the mouth is disrupted, which contributes to the development harmful microorganisms;
long-term smoking causes the accumulation of tar and nicotine on the surface of the teeth in the form of a dense yellow plaque;
the production of saliva decreases, which washes away excess plaque, food debris and bacteria (which is why you always feel thirsty after smoking).

An effective and correct solution to the problem is giving up a bad habit. If a person is not ready to quit smoking, important recommendations must be followed:

Traditional methods that will help quickly remove bad breath after smoking:

coffee beans (chewing a couple of beans is enough);
fresh or candied ginger (has a persistent spicy aroma and has antiseptic properties);
citrus fruits: lemon, orange, grapefruit (after a smoke break, eat 1-2 slices of fruit along with the peel);
bay leaf (chew the dry seasoning leaf);
dry cloves (has a rich smell and taste, kills bacteria);
any nuts and roasted sunflower seeds ( nutmeg fights odor better than others);
fresh mint or lemon balm leaves.

A specific smell after drinking alcohol or “fumes” is caused by decay products ethyl alcohol– aldehydes. Removing them from the body as quickly as possible helps get rid of hangover amber:

Emergency ways to freshen breath:

citrus zest ( essential oils have a persistent odor);
coffee beans;
Bay leaf;
cloves, cinnamon;
ginger;
baking soda (pour a little baking soda onto a soft toothbrush and thoroughly clean the surface of the tongue and other soft tissues);
mouth rinse saline solution.

After meal

Food debris can get stuck between the teeth, allowing excessive bacteria to build up. This is the main cause of bad breath. Careful hygiene and regular rinsing can completely cope with it.

If you notice that your mouth stinks, you can eat an apple some time after your main meal. The fruit acids it contains will cleanse the oral cavity and improve breathing. A glass will also cope with this task. drinking water with a slice of lemon.

The following will help eliminate persistent odors from onions, garlic and fish:

After sleep

Everyone has a stale smell after waking up. During sleep, processes in the body slow down, saliva production decreases, plaque and microorganisms accumulate. Brushing your teeth and rinsing your mouth quickly solves the problem.

Rinsing your mouth with saline, baking soda, or herbal decoction promotes an additional antibacterial effect, which means it helps get rid of odor. Remember, plaque forms not only on the teeth, but also on the mucous membranes, which also need to be cleaned.

Due to gastrointestinal diseases

Changes in acidity and disruption of the gastrointestinal tract cause a specific odor, which quickly returns after brushing your teeth. For best result it is necessary to simultaneously treat the disease and monitor the oral cavity.

Recipes for treating the gastrointestinal tract and normalizing its functioning:

Before proceeding with treatment, do not forget to consult a doctor and undergo necessary examination. The doctor must confirm the diagnosis and give all the necessary recommendations. It is also necessary to agree with him home therapy folk remedies. Unpleasant symptoms, including the smell, will disappear after complete recovery.

Home recipes: a review of universal folk remedies

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Traditional medicine has collected a number of universal recipes for pleasant breathing. They have refreshing, cleansing and disinfecting abilities. Such tools can be used in any situation, and can also be included in daily care behind teeth and mouth. Of course, they will not cure ailments of the internal organs, but your mouth will smell pleasant.

Hydrogen peroxide rinse

The remedy can rightfully be considered radical and truly effective thanks to antibacterial properties peroxide. The solution completely destroys everything anaerobic microorganisms which cause the odor. In addition, many diseases of the teeth (caries, periodontal disease) and soft tissues (stomatitis, candidiasis, etc.) are prevented (we recommend reading: ). Among the numerous reviews about the procedure, you can often find mention of its whitening effect. Tooth enamel becomes 1-2 shades lighter.

Can only be used as a solution. To do this, no more than three teaspoons of 3% hydrogen peroxide must be dissolved in 100 ml of warm boiled water. You need to rinse your mouth 3 to 5 times a day.

While rinsing, you may experience a slight burning sensation, tingling sensation, or the formation of white foam. This happens when there are wounds, punctures, ulcers or inflamed areas in the mouth. The procedure will be beneficial in this case.

Hydrogen peroxide is an aggressive alkaline substance. Improper use of the solution can lead to burns of the mucous membrane, and if a large amount of liquid is swallowed, to burns of the walls of the stomach. The rinse solution should not be swallowed (when rinsing, a few drops enter the body, but this is not dangerous).

Use of activated carbon

Activated carbon is one of the first absorbents, which, like a sponge, absorbs harmful substances and removes them from the body, thereby cleansing it. The drug is used for various purposes, it is harmless and has high cleansing properties. Taking charcoal helps not only eliminate odor, but also improves a person’s well-being.

For immediate breath freshening, take a double dose activated carbon(normal dosage is 1 tablet per 10 kg of weight). After two or three days, you should switch to the usual dosage of the drug. The course of treatment is 7-14 days, depending on its results. According to reviews, improvements are felt already on the fourth day.

Recipes with vegetable oil

Rinse your mouth with a tablespoon of good quality vegetable oil for 5-10 minutes. Afterwards, spit out the oil and rinse your mouth. ordinary water, it should not be swallowed. Repeat rinsing twice a day. Oil can be removed permanently pathogenic bacteria and freshen your breath.

Mix 2 tablespoons of oil with a teaspoon of fine salt. Rinse your mouth with the resulting product for at least five minutes twice a day. Do not swallow oil and salt. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after the procedure.

Gargling with herbal infusions

Herbal infusions and decoctions refresh, cleanse and treat certain diseases. The rule of use for them is the same - you need to rinse your mouth 3-5 times a day, after clearing it of food debris.

The most common recipes:

Halitosis is quite delicate issue, which reduces the quality of life and brings discomfort to a person. Bad breath in adults, the causes and treatment of which are inextricably linked, can be easily eliminated at home. However, in some cases, specialist help will be required.

Why does my breath smell bad?

Exist physiological reasons bad smell. So, in the morning, everyone can feel it, because during the night saliva did not have time to clean the oral cavity, because during sleep its production slows down. Halitosis is common in older people. The fact is that with age, the amount of saliva produced decreases.

Sometimes, under the influence of medications taken, the composition of saliva changes, its properties deteriorate, and it begins to be produced to a lesser extent. Dry mouth causes a foul odor, because it is saliva that maintains healthy acid-base balance, washes away plaque, which contains many harmful microorganisms, destroys bacterial cells that cause bad breath.

Dry mouth syndrome can also be caused by other factors:

avitaminosis;
botulism;
radiation damage.

Bad breath can be caused by diet. Fasting triggers a process in which the body begins to consume stored fats. When they decompose, ketones are produced, they cause sweet or sour smell. In this case, fresh breath will return only after leaving the diet. The same goes for overeating and poor personal oral hygiene. After a hearty lunch or dinner, pieces of stuck food begin to rot, causing a disgusting smell.

Bad odors from some foods can last up to 24 hours. These include:

This food contributes to the formation of plaque, and with its penetration into digestive system compounds are formed that disrupt the acid-base balance in the mouth. At the same time, bacteria actively multiply.

Types of unpleasant odor

Depending on the severity and frequency of halitosis, there are three types:

True. People around you clearly notice the unpleasant odor. Reasons may be physiological characteristics, development of pathologies of internal organs, diseases of teeth and gums.
Pseudohalitosis. The breath with it is not entirely fresh and is felt only when in close contact with a person. Usually this problem occurs due to violations of personal hygiene rules and the consumption of certain foods.
Halitophobia. The adult has no obvious problems, his breath does not smell at all, but he is convinced of the opposite. The psychological factor plays a big role here.

The nature of the smell can indicate specific pathologies, namely:

Rotten talks about dental problems.
Rotten is a consequence purulent process V respiratory tract or the development of intestinal dysbiosis. This often occurs in people who abuse alcohol. Putrid smell is felt when the walls of the esophagus decompose, if there is a malignant tumor.
The breath of those who suffer from diabetes or kidney disease smells like acetone.
A slight odor that appears when exhaling or during coughing indicates lung disease.
Bitterness in the mouth and yellow tongue talk about problems in the functioning of the gallbladder.
A sour smell is characteristic of people suffering from pancreatitis and diabetes.
A bitter and pungent taste indicates problems with the pancreas.
Rottenness indicates the development of chronic gastritis.
The smell of ammonia is a consequence of chronic renal failure.

To understand how your breath actually smells, you can use a regular spoon. You need to turn it over and run it across your tongue so that a little plaque or saliva remains on the spoon. The smell emanating from them indicates the quality of their breath.

Causes of true halitosis

The causes of bad breath in adults can be various factors. Often the problem is associated with a person’s oral cavity; he may experience:

carious cavities;
tartar;
large accumulation of plaque;
the presence of crowns, braces, plates;
diseases of the tongue and gums;
decreased saliva viscosity;
stomatitis and other inflammations of the mucous membrane.

Halitosis can be a symptom of diseases such as:

infection respiratory organs(gangrene, tuberculosis, lung abscess, bronchiectasis);
renal failure;
kidney diseases (nephrosis, cystitis, pyelonephritis);
diabetes;
gastrointestinal pathologies (gastritis, colitis, ulcers);
diseases of the liver and biliary tract (cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, hepatitis, cirrhosis);
diseases of the ENT organs (sinusitis, otitis media, sinusitis);
failure in work endocrine system(imbalance of sex hormones affects the properties of saliva);
Sjogren's disease (decreased secretion of the salivary glands).

In almost half of the cases, the cause of halitosis in adults is an unhealthy liver and pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract. The saddest cause of bad breath can be cancer of the stomach or esophagus. There is no need to rush to diagnose any disease in yourself if there is no fresh breath. After all, this situation occurs periodically in every person.

Appearance foul odor may be related to constant constipation, flu and menstruation, non-compliance with personal hygiene rules. When smoking a cigarette in the mouth, the process of cleansing the mucous membrane is disrupted. At the same time, the amount of oxygen released decreases and microorganisms begin to multiply. This bad habit also causes the formation of tartar and the development of gum inflammation. The presence of dentures and plates provokes the development of halitosis. It manifests itself especially strongly in the case of poor care of the surface of the dentures. After all, many bacteria multiply here, which create a bad smell.

Anti-odor medicine

To eliminate bad breath in an adult, you must first identify the cause of its occurrence. Sudden onset halitosis may be a consequence of the development of a serious pathology. Therefore, you need to conduct an examination of the body, get advice from specialists and start therapy as quickly as possible.

First of all, you should eliminate dental problems, replace dentures with new ones, if necessary. You may need dental fillings to prevent caries, tooth extraction, or treatment for gum disease. The doctor usually prescribes a special toothpaste, dental gel and other antibacterial drugs. Sometimes the problem of low salivation needs to be corrected.

If after the procedures the bad breath persists, you should consult a therapist. In case of rotten breath, which is the result of an ulcer or gastritis, you need to visit a gastroenterologist. An endocrinologist will help dispel suspicions of diabetes. The nose should not be stuffy, because forced breathing through the mouth provokes dryness in the oral cavity. Also, in case of rhinitis or sinusitis, you need to visit an ENT doctor, in case of bronchial disease - a pulmonologist, in case of diabetes - an endocrinologist.

It is better to remove from your diet foods that cause bad breath. To eliminate halitosis, you can use special deodorizing agents, dental floss, irrigator, and ultrasonic brush.

Self-treatment

For those who prefer treatment at home, suitable traditional methods combat halitosis. Below are popular recipes:

For rinsing, you should use an infusion of sorrel. 3 teaspoons of raw material are poured into 0.5 liters of boiling water and left for 2 hours. After this, filter the mixture and rinse your mouth with it.
Strawberry leaves in the amount of 1 tablespoon are poured with 2 cups of boiling water and left for 3-4 hours. You should drink half a glass of the composition every day.
An infusion of wormwood is suitable as a rinse. You need to brew 1 teaspoon of it with a glass of boiling water and leave for 20 minutes. Rinse 2-3 times a day after meals.
A decoction of sorrel leaves is taken internally. A tablespoon of raw material is poured into 500 ml of water and boiled for 15 minutes. After this, the composition is removed and left for 2 hours. The solution is divided into 4 parts and drunk throughout the day before meals.
The following will help eliminate unpleasant odor: effective remedy. You need to take 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and rinse your mouth with it for 10 minutes. Flaxseed, sea buckthorn, and olive oil are suitable.
You need to brew 2 teaspoons of anise seeds in a glass of boiling water. The composition must be left for 20 minutes and strained. After eating, rinse your mouth and throat thoroughly with it. This plant has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects.
You can freshen your breath with berries. Suitable juices include cranberry, sea buckthorn, rosehip, strawberry and raspberry tea.

Any treatment must be accompanied by compliance with the rules of personal hygiene and preventive measures:

After each meal, you need to rinse your mouth with water or a special solution. It is advisable that it does not contain alcohol.
You should brush your teeth twice a day, and don’t forget about your tongue. It is also cleared of plaque.
It is necessary to monitor the cleanliness of dentures, braces, and orthodontic plates.
It's better to get rid of bad habits.
You need to visit the dentist once every six months. You can carry out special hygienic cleaning on it, which will deprive bacteria of the nutrient medium.
You need to drink more water, it helps in the fight against unpleasant odor by promoting the secretion of saliva.
It is better to use personal hygiene products that contain only natural ingredients.
You need to pay attention to your diet. It is better to include more vegetables and fruits in it. It is useful to eat rolled oats; it helps produce saliva.
You can eat 1-2 apples on an empty stomach in the morning, after rinsing your mouth.
To eliminate the smell after eating a product, you need to drink strong, freshly brewed tea.

Cannot be abused chewing gum and rinse aids. They provide only a short-term effect and can sometimes make the problem worse. After all, they kill natural microflora. Instead of chewing gum, it is better to use calamus root, clove seeds, mint, and dill. The use of lollipops and tablets can cause the development of caries, so you should not get carried away with them either.

It's useless to study self-treatment halitosis, if pathology of internal organs develops or there is inflammation in the mouth, dental caries. A doctor who will prescribe a comprehensive treatment to eliminate bad breath will help solve such problems. The main rule remains giving up bad habits and eating healthy food.