Steps to Prevent Halitosis

Dr. Samini  --  Dentist Costa Mesa
Halitosis, known as bad breath, can affect any of us at any time.
About 50% of the population suffers from halitosis.

Watch your tongue!
Do friends offer you mints when you get too close?  Brushing your teeth twice a day may not be enough, your tongue needs attention too.  Maladors, plaque-causing bacteria not only build up on your teeth, but they can also build up in your tongue.  Real Age Benefits:  Flossing and brushing your teeth daily can make your Real Age as much as 6.4 years younger.

What causes bad breath?
Most of the time (80%-90%) bad breath originates in the mouth.  There are two types of bad breath, transitory bad breath is caused by goods like garlic and onions and only last for about 24 hours.  Chronic bad breath emits similar to rotten eggs and does not improve over time.  The odor of chronic bad breath results when bacteria in the mouth and on the tongue casue the formation of volatile sulfur compounds (VCS's) in the form of hydrogen sulfides.  The back of the tongue is the prime breathing spot for anaerobic bacteria that creates odor-causing Volatile Sulfur Compounds.  This may be an ongoing problem requiring professional breath management.  There is no permanent cure for the cause of 90% of chronic bad breath.  But now, BreathRX, the freshest possible breath can become a daily reality.  The latest research associated the bacteria in our mouths to heart disease and other ailments.

In some conditions odors may be caused by:
-  A systemic condition, such as diabetes
-  Sinuses problems and post nasal drip
-  Troubles with the pharynx, lungs or stomach
-  Respiratory tract infection
-  Dieting
-  Chronic bronchitis
-  Gastrointestinal disturbance
-  Liver or Kidney ailment
-  Poor dental hygiene
-  Infections of the mouth / gum disease
-  External agents... garlic, onions, coffee, smoking etc...
-  Dry mouth
and others...