Causes of bad breath; bad breath is usually a sign of a problem in the mouth or teeth. If no problem is found in the mouth or teeth, what should be done is to consult a dentist and investigate whether there is a medical problem.

Causes of Bad Breath

• Dry mouth: Breathing through the mouth, some medications used, some problems in the salivary glands, and insufficient production of saliva.
• Teeth not brushed
• Tooth decay
• Inflammation of the teeth
• Inflammation of the gums and dental stones
• Removable dentures that are worn out, deformed, and not adequately cleaned
• Faulty or deformed crown bridges
• Smoking, tobacco use

If there is no problem with the mouth and teeth, the reasons that come to mind are:

• Inflammatory disorders of the respiratory tract
• Some disorders in the digestive system
• Systemic diseases

What to do to avoid bad breath

• Brushing teeth properly after every meal
• Cleaning between teeth with dental floss once a day
• Brushing the tongue
• Cleaning the mouth and throat with anti-microbial gargles
• Cleaning under porcelain bridges with an interdental brush at least once a day
• Clean removable dentures with a brush after every meal and put them in water before going to bed.
• Going to the dentist for regular check-ups every 6 months
• Not smoking