Question 1

ever since i had an abortion, i started having bad breath, what's the best way to cure it?

Accepted Answer

: Stop eating onions, garlic. A lot of halitosis is related to systemic, vascular absorption and subsequent pulmonary exhalation. No smoking. alcohol. gargle with diluted salt water or baking soda if still have tonsils. get a good toothpaste. use interdental brushes, floss. Sleeping with mouth open also can be source.

Question 2

what cause bad breath?

Accepted Answer

Several things: There are many causes for bad breath. Among the more common are gingivitis (inflammed or infected gums), possibly from poor brushing and flossing, and little stones that are formed in the holes in your tonsils, called tonsilloliths. There are more rare causes too. If good brushing and flossing doesn't help, you might see your dentist, primary doctor or nurse practitioner for help.

Question 3

what causes chronic bad breath?

Accepted Answer

Gums, teeth, food: If stomach problems or disease is not an issue, then bad breath is often caused by gum disease.  Daily brushing and flossing, and regular dental cleanings would be the treatment.  Other culprits are decayed teeth and wisdom tooth problems.  Don't mask a bad breath problem.  See a dentist for a proper diagnosis.

Question 4

what should you eat that causes bad breath?

Accepted Answer

Onions, cabbage: Many foods can leave long lasting bad breath.  Garlic, onions, and many vegetables such as brussel sprouts, cabbage and related vegetables can cause stomach gas and bad breath.

Question 5

what are the causes and possible solutions for bad breath?

Accepted Answer

Avoid common causes: Halitosis (bad breath) after certain foods or drinks occurs for several reasons. Chemicals from some foods/drinks diffuse into the flesh in the mouth and throat. These chemicals (odors) keep coming out into the breath for many hours. Some foods/drinks cause odors when in the stomach. Stomach odors will come up through burps, and even without noticeable burps. Some substances stick to the teeth.

Question 6

could a large cavity cause bad breath?

Accepted Answer

Yup: All the food and bacteria in that lesion decay and release malodorous fumes. Have it treated at a local dentist.

Question 7

can a blocked septum cause bad breath?

Accepted Answer

No: Deviation of the septum will only cause nasal obstruction.  Bad breath could be from sinusitis which could in part related to poor nasal breathing from a septal deviation.  However, likely from another cause (tonsil stones, gum disease, dental caries, ..).

Question 8

what are the causes of bad breath and how to avoid it?

Accepted Answer

Oral hygiene: Halitosis or bad breath can have a multitude of causes: food and plaque stuck on or between teeth, decaying teeth, gum disease (gingivitis) or advanced gum disease (periodontitis), and a dirty tongue. Start at home with impeccable oral hygiene including brushing thoroughly 2-3 times per day, flossing daily, brushing or scraping the tongue, and using listerine rinse.  Also see the dentist.

Question 9

what is the cause of   persistent halitosis (bad breath)?

Accepted Answer

Tongue scraping: Probably  the biggest cause of halitosis or bad breath is the accumulation of bacteria on the back of the tongue.  Look in the mirror and stick out your tongue you may see a white or yellowish coating on the back of your tongue.  Tongue scrapers are available at any drug store that gently remove this layer of bacteria.  Follow up with a good mouthwash and you will find a big improvement.

Question 10

will spicy curry cause bad breath if you eat it every day?

Accepted Answer

Bad ??  ;-): Only if you don't like curry! the aromatic spices of curry can cause odoriferous changes in the gut and mouth. Similar to the way one 'sweats out garlic', curry can behave similarly.

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