The Causes of Halitosis and Bad Breath Smell - By: Pete Nisbet

There are several causes of halitosis, and bad breath smell can have several origins including sinus and tonsil infection, diseases of the lungs, kidney and liver, some cancers and a variety of oral problems. Bad teeth, or poor dentistry, rarely cause bad breath unless the teeth are seriously rotting and decomposing, and over 90 of cases are for other reasons. If using recommended treatments has no effect then get professional advice since bad breath can be a symptom of a much more serious condition than just a foul smelling by-product of bacterial degradation.

Halitosis is an antisocial condition, and one that you are unaware that you have until you either notice the reaction of others, or somebody tells you. It's like any form of body odor - people, including your friends, will talk about you among themselves but will be too embarrassed to mention it to you.

It's important, then, that you know what causes that bad breath smell, and what the causes of halitosis are, because you will then understand the importance of the remedial treatment, how to follow it properly and why the condition can easily recur if you stop caring for your oral hygiene.

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If you have bad breath and want more details on the causes of halitosis and how to cure it, then check out Pete's web page http://www.welshhealth.com/oral/halitosis.html for a number of recommended remedies.

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