It is estimated that 25 percent of adults in the United States suffer from chronic bad breath, also known as halitosis. It is definitely not a pleasant experience for anyone with problem breath. In fact, the social and psychological consequences can can be devastating. I've read, in one health forum alone , about behaviors ranging from seclusion to thoughts of suicide.
About 80 to 90 percent of bad breath is caused by the creation of volatile sulfuric compounds in the mouth when food is broken down. The odor is similar to dirty socks and rotten eggs. Unfortunately, many manufacturers are more than willing to spend the big bucks trying to convince people with bad breath that treatment has to come at a price. It does too, to the tune of approximately 10 billion dollars a year.
Ironically, many of these so called remedies simply do not work. Some will mask the smell of bad breath, while others will intensify the odor.
So how do you go about curing bad breath ? Typically, bacteria grows in an area that is warm and dark. Therefore, the mouth is an ideal breeding ground for bacteria development. To cure bad breath, you need to create a new environment in your mouth that will significantly reduce the growth of those volatile sulfuric compounds mentioned earlier.
This must also include an effect oral hygiene regimen. All too often many people become so intent on getting rid of the odor in their mouth's that they forget about their teeth and gums including being receptive to new and innovative, yet inexpensive and effective maintenance methods.
The purpose of this blog is too provide access to all the information you'll need to curing bad breath and maintaining healthy teeth and gums for a lifetime.
