The mouth is a busy place, with millions of bacteria constantly on the move. While some bacteria are harmless, others can attack the teeth and gums. Harmful bacteria are contained in a colorless sticky film called plaque, the cause of gum disease. If not removed, plaque builds up on the teeth and ultimately irritates the gums and causes bleeding. Left unchecked, bone and connective tissue are destroyed, and teeth often become loose and may have to be removed and gum infections develop.

There are lots of causes of bad breath, some transient and others chronic. It is well known, for instance, that garlic causes bad breath, and actually carries on causing halitosis even when no trace of it is left in the mouth, because the active ingredients are absorbed into the blood stream and expelled by the lungs. Smoking affects oral hygiene and is a common cause of bad breath, encouraging gum disease. Both of these conditions can only be temporarily masked by brushing the teeth, although brushing and flossing are important to remove food particles which can contribute to bad breath.

Another cause of bad breath is a condition called xerostomia, or dry mouth, which is a common side effect of various medications, especially inhalations for asthma and bronchitis, and can be treated by the dentist, who may prescribe an artificial saliva substitute. One thing that will continue to cause bad breath is garlic. Bad breath will exist for quite a long time, even after you have eaten it and the garlic is no longer in your mouth. Active components are absorbed in the blood stream. They are then expelled by the lungs when you breathe, causing bad breath to occur.

In a healthy mouth there is a natural balance of these different kinds of bacteria. In periodontal disease a harmful group of bacteria begin to dominate. Their levels of toxins continue to increase causing an infection that can damage the gums .Healthy gums are pink and firm and do not bleed easily.

Smoking is another main reason for bad breath. There is the flavor that is left in the mouth along with the expelled odor that comes from the lungs. Smoking influences oral cleanliness and sometimes it leads to gum disease. This may also lead to stinking breath. One solution for bad breath is to stop smoking and try the all new 100% natural pure essential oils of ORAMD dental products, a proven effective and hassle free leaving you the normal feeling and fresh breath.