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How to treat infection in mouth
I have been smelling bad from my mouth. I brush daily in the morning. But this is a strange odour from my gums or mouth. I feel it is a certain kind of infection in my mouth. I see very tiny red patches inside. What is the treatment of infection in mouth?
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You are suffering from oral candidiasis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Govind Satheesh
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its called halitosis.Persistent bad breath or a bad taste in the mouth may be a warning sign of gum (periodontal) disease. Gum disease is caused by the buildup of plaque on teeth. Bacteria cause the formation of toxins to form, which irritate the gums. ... The medical condition dry mouth (also called xerostomia) also can cause bad breath. oral candidiasis could be a possibility. you need to consult a dentist for further referrence. needs physical examination to confirm the diagnosis.
brush twice daily, kindly use tongue cleaner every night after brushing
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