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Mouth odor
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I have mouth odor for the past 6 months. I consulted a doctor and he prescribed me with chlorhexidine mouthwash. After using mouth wash, my mouth odor was under control for few months. But now, even after using it I have mouth odor. What might be the reason? What would be the solution for this?
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Go for scaling and polishing
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Get the ultrasonic scalling
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It's possible that there is some plaque or calculus deposit. You should get another check up done.
Sometime it is also caused due to particular medicines you might be taking. That can be figured out when you visit a dentist and provide details
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get a consultation
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Foul mouth smell can be due to many reason like white tongue ,calculus plaque in mouth . Do send me picture of your mouth than only i could help you
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So your mouth is the window for your body
If u have mouth odor that can be you have some health issues, can be due to some blood infection mostly can be due to stomach , too much of food from outside and irregular times food habits like u have acidity , there are many , poor water intake
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C a periodontist
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Try to find the cause relax not major can be fixed
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Get your teeth cleaned by a dentist. Brush your teeth twice daily. Wash your mouth after every meals. Use tongue scrapers to clean your tongue. If there is decayed tooth, get it filled.
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Dry mouth condition is called as Xerostomia. Basically the combination of bacteria and decay caused by food produces such odor. Mouthwash will definitely help but along with that sipping on water more often shall help or even chewing sugar-free gums with xylitol can help.
Only remedy is to keep the mouth moist. There are even products that produces artificial saliva....if it's too much. Also, it's important to keep good oral hygiene in such conditions like brushing twice a day and using mouthwash.
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Follow the above instructions and if the problem still persist, give us a call today and we can help you.
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keep yourself hydrated.
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Dr. Isha Pal
Dental Surgeon
5 yrs exp
Delhi
Bad breath can occur because of multiple reasons.
1. Smoking cause an unpleasant odour.
2. The lodged food particles in and around teeth can cause bacteria and a foul odour.
3. Poor dental hygiene.
4. Can caused by old surgical wounds, tooth decay, gum diseases.
5. Certain food like onion, garlic, spices can also cause bad breath.
Next Steps
Visit the Dentist to get the Ultrasonic Scaling and Polishing done.
Health Tips
Rinse after eating anything, brush twice a day.
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Dr. Shailee Swarup
Dentist
16 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Mouth odour can be due to multiple reasons. Very often can be a gut related matter that is presenting its self as “Halitosis”. Get a detailed dental check up and if it found to be of different Origin I would recommend you meet a general physician.
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