Generally, we notice some bad smells when we wake up or forget to brush our teeth in the day or floss.
However, if this persists for long periods, it may be a sign of something serious that’s happening in your mouth.
Bad breath can be a problem if it is chronic in nature. It may even be a sign of a potential serious problem in the mouth.
The bugs in the mouth will create a furry surface on your teeth called plaque. Once left for long periods or uncleaned, they will thrive on food/debris and pass off volatile sulphur compounds that can be very off putting.
Generally, regular visits to the dentist every 6 months will be your safest bet. Make sure you are drinking enough fluid 2L-3L daily, this serves to wash and rehydrate your mouth after exercise or intake of alcohol/caffeine.
Regular flossing daily gets rid of the bugs in between teeth and under the gum where they usually hide and are hard to remove with a brush. If you notice your bad breath still persisting despite the above, visit your dentist for a checkup
Not only will bad breath have serious implications for your relationships, but it may lead to other significant health problems. Studies have shown that persistent bad breath usually is a sign of periodontitis or advanced gum disease. This means you may losing supporting bone between your teeth without you knowing about it.
