Bad Breath or Halitosis
Everyone suffers from bad breath at times
Did you know there are several causes?
The most common cause people are most familiar with is morning breath, dental conditions and eating certain foods like garlic.
There can be other contributors to having bad breath.
Other causes for bad breath or halitosis include:
Tongue - The most common location for mouth-related halitosis is the tongue.
Nose - The second major source of bad breath is the nose. Nasal odor may be due to sinus infections.
Dry mouth - Saliva is necessary to cleanse the mouth and remove particles that may cause odor.
Maintaining good oral health is essential to reducing bad breath; schedule regular dental visits for a professional cleaning and checkup.