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Bad smell from mouth
Since couple of months I feel that my mouth smelling badly. I brush my teeth twice a day, also property wash mouth after eating too. I drink 2ltr water every day. Kindly advise what is the problem and what should done. Medical history: cholesterol (on border line) and hypertension. So far lost 15 kg weight in last 9 months with proper diet and exercise.
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Hi sir , Bad breath ( Halitosis ) has many reasons like Improper oral hygiene Mouth breathing Gastric regurgitation or Acidity Decayed tooth Diabetes and other associated medical problems etc So  visit a Dentist and have a complete Oral check up done to rule out any of the above problem and get them treated as soon as possible.
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There are many oral refreshing sprays which treat bad smell on a temporary basis which your Dentist can suggest if u consult him or her.
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Considering your problem of Hypertension , Age and Cholestrol go for check up of Fasting blood sugar , Hba1C to rule out Diabetes.
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Clean your tongue and soft tissues properly as majority of times it is the reason of bad breath. Mouth breathing can also lead to bad breath. Try breaking this habit if present. Gastric regurgitation and acidity issues also related to bad breath. Other reasons are medications, underlying diseases, caries, food lodgement, dry mouth (less saliva), inadeqaute oral hygiene maintainance.
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Visit dentist to identify the reason/reasons of bad breath and subsequent treatment. Also read and practice my blog mentioned in the link below. It may help you.
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"10 Dental Commandments for Happy Teeth!" by Dr.Rashmi Bamane - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/10-dental-commandments-for-happy-teeth-40426/post
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Hi sir The bad smell from mouth may due to following reason, 1. Deposits in teeth, - Needs professional cleaning 2. May be due to habits( smoking, drinking, tobacco chewing), - needs professional cleaning and quiting those habits 3. Due to caries tooth ( decay) - needs restoration or RCT or extraction 4. Deposits on tongue- please clean it with brush daily 5.you may have ulcer problem - needs medical help 6. Diabetes - needs medical attention
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Please do visit the dentist and check for above reasons
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Continue your oral hygiene habits as usual along with tongue cleaning sir Hope this helps you sir
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