What are the common causes of halitosis

Update Date: 2024-03-29 Source: Network

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Halitosis is too common in our life. Some people don't know how to get halitosis after they have it. Some people are very strange why they insist on brushing their teeth every day and still have halitosis after gargling. In fact, halitosis is not only related to what you eat, but also closely related to gastrointestinal tract, drugs, genetic and psychological factors. This article talks about the causes of halitosis in detail from these aspects.

What are the common causes of halitosis

1. Dry mouth. Dry mouth is the most direct cause of bad breath. When the mouth is dry, the anaerobic environment in the mouth is very suitable for the breeding and overgrowth of these anaerobic bacteria, and it will decompose to produce sulfide and give off the smell of corruption, which is the root cause of halitosis. Most people fall asleep at night, due to the reduced function of the mouth, saliva secretion is reduced, which is very conducive to the breeding of anaerobic bacteria, therefore, in the morning there will be bad breath. Similarly, the decrease of salivary gland function in the elderly and the decrease of salivary secretion caused by endocrine disorder in women during menstruation are the causes of halitosis in these two groups

2. Oral hygiene. Dental plaque is the main cause of dental caries and periodontal disease, and it is also one of the causes of halitosis, because the place where dental plaque accumulates may be a good place for anaerobic bacteria to live, and it is also the direct cause of halitosis. 　　

3. Heredity. Heredity sometimes has the influence of heredity. Halitosis is common in a family, but the specific reasons are still in the research stage.

matters needing attention

A friend who has bad breath must look for the cause well. Only by finding the right cause can he be treated symptomatically. At the same time, we need to pay attention to is, but also to ensure oral hygiene, adhere to the daily breakfast brush teeth, and form a good habit of gargling after meals.