We’ve all experienced bad breath to some degree, so all of us can relate; but some people have worse cases than others. Not only can you suffer from bad breath because by something you’ve eaten or dry mouth, there is also something call ‘chronic bad breath’. Chronic bad breath is caused by an imbalance within the body.
Transient Bad Breath
For someone with transient bad breath (the easily fixable kind that stems from foods or cleaning habits), there are certain foods that can be avoided; such as onions or foods high in sugar. It is very important to brush your teeth after eating contributing foods so you nip the problem in the butt.
If your body is dehydrated, this contributes to imbalances that can cause more bacteria to grow in the mouth; leading to bad breath. Many things that cause your body to go off balance (like a diet for example) can cause changes in your breath.
While sometimes it seems difficult to come to a conclusion as to what is causing these problems, simple deduction can be done on your part to recognize where the problem is coming from.
Chronic Bad Breath
For those with chronic bad breath, the problem stems from some sort of bacteria within the mouth or gum disease. Various types of drugs and health problems can also lead to chronic bad breath. If you are unsure whether this is chronic or something else, simply talk with your dentist and doctor; they will be able to come up with a cause as well as solution for you.
How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath?
While transient bad breath can be easily fixed my more common brushing sessions or avoiding certain foods; chronic bad breath is a bit trickier to fix which may need medical attention (see ’Medical Treatment’ below). Drinking unsweetened teas and using mouthwash on a more regular basis or even chewing gum (sugar free, of course) are all great places to start when battling bad breath.
To figure out the cause of your specific strain of bad breath, your doctor is going to need to complete tests on your mouth to determine exactly what kind of bacteria they are dealing with. From there, it is typically very simple to fix with medication. As mentioned above, talking with your dentist is also a good idea; getting advice from two experts in the field.