Health Nutrition Guide

Bad breath is not merely a simple condition that we can afford to neglect. Severe and recurring bad breath may be a sign of a periodontal and gum disease. Plaque build up as the major cause of gum disease and bacteria allows toxins to live in the mouth that causes the gums to be irritated and susceptible to infection. Untreated gum disease can lead to receding gums, gingivitis  and  periodontitis and even tooth loss at its worse.

Dry mouth or Xerostamia also causes bad breath and reduced flow and production of saliva causes the condition. Saliva plays an important role in cleansing and lubricating the mouth and gum tissues thus preventing bacteria to grow in the mouth.

Certain medical conditions may occur such as respiratory diseases and infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, post nasal drip, acid reflux, diabetes, liver and kidney triggered by bacteria from periodontal disease.

Proper oral hygiene is important in preventing bad breath from occurring, regular brushing, flossing and using oral health care rinse are the best way to prevent bacteria build up. However, if bad breath still persist even with proper oral health hygiene it is a need to see your dentist for some periodontal disease treatment.

Loss of gum tissues and bones will cause the formation of pockets and if allowed to progress pockets will become deeper needing a periodontal surgery for treatment. What causes bone and gum tissues’ loss is gum infection. Gum infection can spread not only below the gumline affecting the bones and tissues but it can also enter the bloodstream affecting other systems of the but such as the cardiovascular and the respiratory systems and triggering the development of certain diseases. Gum disease or gum infection increases the risk of having a heart attack and stroke. Severe gum disease requires undergoing a gum disease treatment that might include periodontal surgery as an option, depending on the severity of the condition. Recommendations are made by dental health care experts. Gum infection should be reported when noticed at its early stage to prevent its progression to more serious dental condition such as tooth loss.

Chronic halitosis and gum infection are a common dental problem that is often encountered by most individuals. And individual suffering with chronic halitosis and gum infection does not only suffer the pain and discomfort for according to research chronic halitosis and gum infection can have a psychological effects to the patient. Patients experiencing chronic halitosis and gum infection often seclude their self to social activities fearing the avoidance and shame that the condition brings, and often it can result to depression and isolation.

Why suffer with chronic halitosis and gum infection wherein you can prevent it before it can take its place? The condition can be prevented easily and effectively when caught early. With proper oral care that includes regular brushing and flossing and combined with periodic dental check ups and cleanings, bacteria that causes chronic halitosis and gum infection can be avoided.

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