It’s a well-known reflex in comedies, checking that you have (or not) good breath. In the seventh art, this gesture is often mimed before a romantic date, after a night of hard work or to represent an unsympathetic character. But then, what are the potential origins of bad breath?
On the social network TikTok, Dr. Louis Bendayan, cardiologist also known under the pseudonym @drtik_tok presents six common causes of bad breath.
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As a reminder, Dr. Louis Bendayan is used to sharing health advice with his community of more than 1.3 million subscribers. He notably explained the link between the cold and certain cardiovascular pathologies. This time, he returns to the causes of halitosis, also known as bad breath.
Bad breath: the six most common causes, according to this specialist
“What product to use when you have halitosis?” To this question posted by an Internet user, Dr. Louis Bendayan clarifies that this is not the one we should ask. Indeed, for him, it is necessary wonder about the origin of bad breath then what to do to get rid of it.
Food
The first cause is relatively well known, because it concerns food. In fact, certain foods may have the effect of perfuming your breath. “If you eat garlic, onion, cheeseif you drink Coffee and if you smokewell, you will have bad breath”, details the specialist on his social networks.
An oral health problem
“The second cause is located in your mouth”, continues Dr. Louis Bendayan. Also, a cavity, a dental abscess or even a gum problem can impact breath. For example, the example of the periodontal pocket, a space between the gum and the surface of the tooth, is cited by the specialist. “There are often foods that ferment and it really doesn’t smell good,” he specifies.
A decrease in salivary flow
Another possibility of bad breath is decreased salivary flow, whether related to medication or dehydration. This can also explain why we frequently wake up with bad breath in the morning.
A disease that affects the tonsils or sinuses
Among the reasons, we find the tonsils, the sinuses. Because “there may be infections, sinusitis, angina”, underlines the specialist and when you suffer from it, it can impact the smell of your breath.
Reflux between the stomach and esophagus
Another reason for bad breath, “it can be reflux between the stomach and the esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux”underlines the doctor. “In the stomach, food ferments”, recalls the specialist. Also, if gases are released and rise, this can cause bad odors.
Certain general illnesses
Finally, bad breath can be linked to health conditions. Indeed, “diabeteskidney failure or liver failure can cause halitosis”, underlines the specialist.
Also, if you have halitosis and you can’t get rid of it, Louis Bendayan recommends consulting a dental surgeon.
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Dr. Louis Bendayan (TikTok)