Sulfur compounds, which are the residues of bacteria living in the oral cavity, cause bad odour. The surface of the tongue is quite rough and has a feature suitable for bacteria to live. If the tooth surface is not cleaned, it becomes suitable for bacteria to live in a short time.
WHAT ARE INTRA-ORAL SOURCES?
-Scented foods
-Gum diseases
-Tooth decay
-dry mouth
-Smoking use
– Worn dentures
-Poorly made mismatched fillings
– Inadequate oral hygiene
-Infection
REASONS THAT ARE NOT ORAL SOURCES
-Causes related to sinusitis
-Causes of tonsillitis
– Stomach and intestinal system diseases (such as reflux)
– Fungal infections on the root of the tongue
In case of bad breath, a doctor should be consulted and the cause should be investigated. Necessary treatments should be done, and then attention should be paid to oral hygiene.
WHAT CAN BE NATURAL SOLUTIONS TO BATH?
– Drinking 2 liters of water a day
– Cleaning the tongue after each brushing
-Using dental floss
-Reducing tea and coffee consumption
-Avoid spicy foods
– Not smoking
– Chewing cloves
Chewing sugar-free, flavored gum
