traditional Chinese medicine believes that halitosis is mostly caused by heat accumulation in the lung, spleen and stomach or food accumulation. These things accumulate in the body for a long time and become toxins. The formation of halitosis is mostly caused by the long-term accumulation of toxins in the body. Therefore, to eliminate halitosis, we need to fundamentally regulate the body before it can be eradicated. We must not be eager for success and use some drugs that stimulate the intestines and stomach.
I. how does halitosis occur
the oral cavity is the starting end of the digestive tract and is connected with the respiratory tract, so some diseases of the digestive system and respiratory system can also cause halitosis, such as patients with digestive disorders, gastroenteritis, diarrhea and constipation can have different degrees of halitosis. Patients with bronchiectasis and lung infection can also produce halitosis.
in addition, some patients with endocrine diseases, such as diabetes, may have an odor of rotten apples in the mouth. So bad breath may be a sign of disease. Bad breath will not only affect their appetite, but also affect their mood and social communication. So, what is a good way to prevent bad breath?
2. Brushing the tongue with a toothbrush can prevent halitosis
the reason why the mouth causes halitosis is is that the root of the tongue and under the tongue are favored hiding places for bacteria, and there are many bacteria in the tongue coating, some of which are pathogenic bacteria. In addition to causing halitosis, it is also the direct cause of oral cavity or periodontitis. Clean the tongue through the bristles of the toothbrush, These bacteria can be completely eliminated.
therefore, a soft and elastic toothbrush should be selected for brushing the tongue, which can be brushed more than 10 times from the root of the tongue to the tip of the tongue. The action force should not be large to avoid damaging the tongue tissue. In addition, the inner wall of the oral cavity also needs to be cleaned regularly and properly.
III. gargle after meals to prevent halitosis
eating spicy food or drinking, coffee, etc. during meals will cause halitosis. Because bacteria can multiply in these foods, you must gargle after meals to avoid food residue between teeth. If you can’t gargle, you can also drink plenty of water to reduce the trouble of odor residue in your mouth.
IV. dentures are also the source of halitosis
it should be noted that although the use of mouthwash has a certain effect on preventing halitosis, it is only effective in the short term. Moreover, alcoholic mouthwash will aggravate halitosis.
if dentures are worn, it should be noted that they are likely to be the source of oral odor. Dentures should be cleaned frequently and thoroughly to avoid bad breath caused by accumulated food residues. Chewing mint or sugar free gum can also help relieve oral odor.