symptoms of oral and dental disorders
mouth and dental disorders
Bad Breath
Treatment of the cause Regular oral hygiene and dental care Once diagnosed, any causes of bad breath are treated. , onions, and other odor-producing food and stop smoking. If the cause is oral, people should see a dentist for professional cleaning and treatment of periodontal diseases and cavities. At home, people should improve their daily oral hygiene routine, including thorough flossing, toothbrushing, and brushing the top and back of the tongue with the toothbrush or a tongue scraper. Many deodorant mouthwashes and sprays are available, but these are of limited benefit. The effects of most of these products do not last more than 20 minutes. People recovering from Alcohol Use should use alcohol-free mouthwashes. People with psychogenic halitosis may need to have a psychiatric evaluation. 