What's Causing My Bad Breath?
Posted on Oct 16, 2017 2:45pm PDT
Have you noticed that your breath smells less than rosy? If so, then you’re
probably wondering what’s behind this smelly problem. Watch this
video to learn what your
dentist in Belmont would want you to know about bad breath.
Occasional bad breath, or halitosis, is not uncommon. This condition is
caused by oral microflora, which is made up of hundreds of types of bacteria
that are found naturally in your mouth. Each time you eat, these bacteria
feed on food particles and then secrete waste in the form of volatile
sulfur compounds. It’s usually these compounds that cause halitosis.
To help address bad breath, dentists recommend that you brush your teeth
and the back of your tongue twice per day.