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Wellness dripping down the back of the throat onto the tongue. As this mucous is broken down by bacteria, more odour is produced. Saliva is key to keeping the odour-causing bacteria in check, and therefore a dry mouth, or xerostomia, often results in halitosis. This is why many people wake with socalled ‘morning breath’ – as saliva production is lower overnight, allowing bacteria to proliferate. A dry mouth can be caused by medicines, stress, or an underlying medical condition, and is also a result of consuming alcohol. This is why mouthwash formulations containing alcohol don’t tend to work. Rather than eliminating the odour, alcohol-based mouthwashes are counter productive, drying the soft tissues in the mouth leading to the faster formation of odourproducing bacteria. These mouthwashes have also been shown to cause irritation, and to alter oral tissues; so it is recommended children, diabetics and pregnant women in particular opt for an alcohol-free mouthwash. As well as causing bad breath, a dry mouth can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, as the saliva helps shield the mouth and teeth, keeping them clean. Even after the smell of stale smoke has left a smoker’s breath, regular cigarette consumption can also lead to halitosis. By starving the mouth of oxygen, smoking affects the fl ow of saliva in the mouth, which leaves the odour-producing bacteria free to form unchecked. As the chemicals contained in cigarette smoke damage the oral tissues, these bacteria are also able to move more freely, further compounding the problem. In the long term, smoking can also lead to gingivitis, which is also a cause of halitosis. Although much less common, halitosis can also be an indication of another underlying medical condition – including infections of the lungs, throat or nose, kidney and liver problems, and the infl ammation of the lining of the stomach. Recently, certain fad-diets have also claimed bad breath as an unfortunate side-effect. Crash dieting, fasting and low-carbohydrate diets such as the Atkins Diet, cause the body to break down fat, which leads to the production of chemicals called ketones that can be smelt on the breath. Many medications are known to cause bad-breath. These include: nitrates, which are used to treat angina; some chemotherapy drugs; and tranquillisers. Medicines used to treat diabetes can also result in dry mouth, and therefore cause bad mouth odour. Effectively treating halitosis depends on its underlying cause. Avoiding dehydration, smoking, alcohol and maintaining good oral hygiene (including regular brushing and fl ossing) can all help. Gentle but thorough scraping of the tongue may also be required, from the back of the tongue towards the front. Ultimately, however, it is important to speak to a doctor or dentist to determine the cause of halitosis, and fi nd the most suitable solution. CBM 5 STEPS TO FRESH BREATH 1. Maintain good dental hygiene: Brushing your teeth morning and night will help rid the mouth of stray food particles. Use floss to get in between the teeth for a thorough clean. Scraping the back of the tongue will help keep bacteria, and therefore odour, in check. 2. Stay hydrated: Drinking eight glasses of water a day will help ensure you can make enough saliva to keep your mouth healthy. To help stay hydrated, remember to keep your consumption of alcohol, coffee and cigarettes to a minimum. 90 www.cosbeauty.com.au
3. Switch your mouthwash: If you’re using an alcohol-based mouthwash, it’s time to make a change. Check the label and choose one without alcohol to ensure your mouth stays hydrated and the tissues in tact. Wellness 4. Eat well: Your body finds some foods harder to break down than others. Onions, garlic and beans all produce gases that cause bad breath. Fresh fruit and veggies, on the other hand, don’t; and carrots and apples even help clean your teeth naturally. 5. Chew: Chewing sugar-free gum can help create saliva, which combats dry mouth. www.cosbeauty.com.au 91
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