10 Causes of Bad Breath
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Cause #5: Advanced Periodontal Disease
Advanced periodontal disease is a well-known cause of severe halitosis. The accumulation of waste products from the bacteria located in the subgingival area produces a foul smell. Patients with this issue have been shown to have intense bad breath.
The removal of tartar or plaque from the subgingival region has been shown to improve odor in the mouth. This can be done using scaling and irrigation with an antibiotic mouth rinse.
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