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Bad breath or halitosis may affect 50% of the population

20 November 2009

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Bad breath! Having bad breath can influence the social and working life of people who have it. Oral health experts are dealing with this problem with training and advice.

How many people can have problems of halitosis? Approximately 50% of the population regardless of age or sex.

What causes this condition? In 90% of cases is a problem the rest is oral and digestive and respiratory difficulties.

What are symptoms of this disease? Usually when people have problems with your breath is because you have some kind of hidden obstacle. For example people who have diabetes and at one point have immoderate sugar smell emanating from his mouth is similar to decaying apples. Something very characteristic also with those who suffer from kidney.

Who is likely to suffer more from bad breath? Having a poor oral hygiene is a constraint, as for example are people who smoke: All are more likely to have such problems.

Can you quickly stop halitosis? The washing out of the mouth can combat bad breath very effectively along with both teeth and tongue. It is also advisable to drink plenty of water and eat with some frequency.

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