Mouth odor Natural treatment| Medicine 2024

MOUTH ODOR TREATMENT

The other day I was in a commercial vehicle and I was sitting by this handsome man who was neatly dressed and looked presentable.

I smiled at him and sat beside him barely uttering a word. Unfortunately for me, he spoke to me to ask about my destination and I instantly felt like I was hit by a dumpster track and for a 30 seconds I was still. The odour from the gentleman’s mouth made me feel like throwing up that I immediately alighted at the next junction without thinking twice. I could have found another way to make him become aware of his issue but I was literally suffocating to even think about that.

Just like this unfortunate young man, there are lots of men and women out there with severe mouth odour that has caused their Relationships with people to fail. Some people even loose their jobs because of such issues.

What is halitosis?

Halitosis is an oral health problem where the main symptom is bad smelling breath. In most cases, finding the cause of the bad breath is the first step toward treating this preventable condition. Halitosis (bad breath) is mostly caused by sulphur-producing bacteria that normally live on the surface of the tongue and in the throat. Sometimes, these bacteria start to break down proteins at a very high rate and odorous volatile sulphur compounds (VSC) are released from the back of the tongue and throat.

Causes of Halitosis:

1. Poor oral hygiene: Not brushing and flossing regularly can lead to a buildup of bacteria in the mouth, which can cause bad breath.

2. Dry mouth: Saliva helps to wash away bacteria and food particles that can cause bad breath. If you don’t produce enough saliva, bad breath can result.

3. Certain foods: Eating foods like garlic and onions can cause bad breath.

4. Tobacco products: Smoking and chewing tobacco can cause bad breath.

5. Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as sinus infections, diabetes, and acid reflux, can cause bad breath.

Effects of Halitosis:

1. Social isolation: People with bad breath may feel embarrassed and avoid social situations.

2. Low self-esteem: People with bad breath may feel self-conscious and have low self-esteem.

3. Poor oral health: Bad breath can be a sign of poor oral health, which can lead to other health problems.

4. Relationship problems: Bad breath can cause tension in relationships and make it difficult to be close to someone.