According to Dr. Pham Tuan Anh - Dentistry, 108 Central Military Hospital - unpleasant breathing is mainly formed by volatile sulfur compounds such as hydrogen sulfide, methyl mercaptan and dimethyl sulfide.
They are created when the haplogs in the mouth break down proteins from leftover food, peeling cells or inflammatory fluid. A humid environment, lacking oxygen from plaque, toothbrush or moss makes bacteria thrive, making the odor even more severe.
In some cases, the stench also originates from other organs such as the respiratory tract, digestive system or metabolic disorders in the body.
Dr. Pham Tuan Anh gave the cause of bad breath: Most of the causes come from the mouth. Tooth decay diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis are common "guests" because periodontitis is a home to haplogromic bacteria. Tooth decay, car cramps around the tooth decay or thick tongue moss also contribute to the smell. Dry mouth - caused by drinking less water, taking medication or the habit of breathing - makes bacteria more likely to grow.
In addition, bad breath is also associated with diseases of the nose and throat such as chronic tonsillitis, duodenal infections with pus; digestive diseases such as gastroesophageal reflux - esophagus, stomach ulcers; or systemic diseases. For example, ac acetone breathing is a sign of diabetes, the smell of eel fish is common in people with liver failure, and the characteristic common smell can appear when suffering from kidney failure.
"Bottleneck not only causes fear in communication but also affects psychology, causing patients to lose confidence, prolonged anxiety, and even depression. medically, this could be an early warning sign of many dangerous diseases. Untreated periodontitis can cause cavity and premature tooth loss. In some cases, odorful breathing is an important suggestion to help detect liver disease, kidney disease or metabolic disorders," said Dr. Pham Tuan Anh.
Mouth odor diagnosis is done by clinical examination combined with specialized measuring devices such as halimeter to measure the concentration of sulfur compounds in the breath. The dentist will carefully check for inflammation of gums, tooth decay, moss, and if necessary, the patient will be prescribed additional examination for ENT or digestion.
Treatment focuses on on-site causes: Scrape your tooth linens, clean your periodontals, restorative drums, treat endodental or abscesses. Scrap the tongue moss with specialized tools to help remove odor-causing bacteria.
However, patients need to maintain proper oral hygiene: brush their teeth at least twice a day with fluoride, use toothpaste or toothbrush, and rinse with antibacterial mouthwash. In cases of general illness, treatment should coordinate with a specialist to control underlying diseases.
In addition, it is necessary to form healthy living habits: Drink enough water, limit cigarettes, alcohol, coffee, increase green vegetables and fruits to stimulate natural saliva secretion. Regular dental check-ups every 6 months help detect abnormalities early.
