What Causes Bad Breath (& How to Fight it)

What Causes o Bad Breath? YO0000 Chronic Bad Breath or "Halitosis" Halitosis is caused by bacterial build up in the mouth. This bacteria breaks down foods, creating sulfur by-products which smell much like decaying matter or rotten eggs!!! Tobacco Pretty much a no-brainer for bad breath & stains. O Alcohol Odors Caused By: Sugars & acetic acid can cause bad breath. Food in Teeth Remember to floss! Spicy Foods O Oral Infections Bad Oral Hygiene Brush your teeth 2-3 times a day, floss daily & get regular dental checkups! Garlic, onions & spicy Sometimes unnoticable foods add to bad breath gingivitis (gum disease) & other oral infections. originating in the gut. How to Fight it. Brush your teeth & tongue at least 2x a day & floss daily Sip green tea & drink plenty of water every day Gargle & rinse with hydrogen peroxide & eat yogurt Vist the dentist regularly (check-ups every 6 months) Brought to you by: Semtner Dental www.SemtnerDental.com