Bad Breath........?

Question

I am not sure how to cure.... I am experiencing bad breath. But, its coming from the back of my thoat. I brush twice daily, floss, gargle, whiten, my mouth is clean no doubt about it. But, I think my sinus are causing me to have bad breath because its coming from the back of my throat, and when I blow my noise I can smell it. Is there anything I can do to cure this....

Answer 1

See your doctor; you likely have a sinus infection. Antibiotics will clear it up. This happened with my husband.

Answer 2

There are many possibilities... The first source of bad breath is obviously the mouth. Your gums, tongue, and teeth can harbor bacteria that create odors and contribute to disease processes. You may have undiagnosed periodontal disease. If you have not had your teeth cleaned by a professional within the last year, the odor could be coming from calcified plaque and inflamed gums. Be sure to use a tongue brush/scraper. Tongues are very unique. Many people havy very wavy anatomy in their tongue. These waves and crevices can harbor bacteria that promote poor health and odors. A dentist can also examine your tonsils and throat area for mucus crystals. Some people are predisposed to these small, circular mucus crystals that collect in the throat. These objects are a source of foul odors as well. Obviously, if you have sinus congestion or a true sinus infection, nasal drippings could be the source of the odor.

So, see a dental doctor and a medical doctor...

Good luck.

Answer 3

It could be a sinus infection. Are you having any other symptoms: headache, pressure, stuffiness? If yes, go to your doctor. They'll give you some antibiotics to clear up the sinus infection, and the bad breath will be gone when the infection is. Good Luck!

Answer 4

There's this thing called post-nasal drip. It's where liquid from your nose drips down the back of your throat . It gives a bad smell, I think I have it. About 1/3 of the population have it, I read.

Answer 5

Not really. You kinda have to just wait for your sinuses to clear up. Or take some Claritin. It's the mucus at the back of your throat that causes you to have bad breath.
Chew gum or suck on mints for the time being.

Answer 6

If you live in Pensylvania its Probably Nasal Drip id suggest just chew gum make sure its sugar free cuz sugar gives you bad breath but id still suggest going to a doctor

Answer 7

apples help sometimes
maybe sinus medication?
OR get a neti pot for sinuses, google it, the most amazing thing for sinuses

Answer 8

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Answer 9

well just incase it still happens keep a box of tic tacs wit u and when it happens take like 1 or 2 of em or bring some mint gum and start chewing.

Answer 10

http://youtu.be/byV--AkiGFY
Most cases (85–90%), bad breath originates in the mouth, sinus and throat. The intensity of bad breath differs during the day, due to eating certain foods (such as garlic, onions, meat, fish, and cheese), obesity, smoking, and alcohol consumption. Since the mouth is exposed to less oxygen and is inactive during the night, the odor is usually worse upon awakening ("morning breath"). Bad breath may be transient, often disappearing following eating, brushing one's teeth, flossing, or rinsing with mouthwash.
Causes:
1, Tongue, A common location is the tongue. Tongue bacteria produce malodorous compounds and fatty acids, and account for 60 to 70% of all cases of mouth-related bad breath. Methods used against bad breath, such as mints, mouth sprays, mouthwash or gum, only temporarily mask the odors created by the bacteria on the tongue, but cannot cure bad breath because they do not remove the source of the bad breath.
Cleaning the tongue - Many companies promote tongue scrapers as a bad breath cure however the bacteria on the tongue can’t be removed with a scraper or brush as they live between the taste buds. Use a tongue scrapper to reduce the food source for bacteria but don’t expect it to cure bad breath. The method of stopping bad breath from the tongue involves rebalancing the bacteria load. Once tongue bacteria are in balance bad breath will cease. For this complex procedure you’ll need to consult Oraltech Labs program at http://www.oraltech.com.au
2. Mouth, There are over 600 types of bacteria found in the average mouth. Other parts of the mouth may also contribute to the overall odor, but are not as common as the back of the tongue. These locations are, in order of descending prevalence: inter-dental and sub-gingival niches, faulty dental work, food-impaction areas in between the teeth, abscesses, and unclean dentures. To fix you will need a dentist to examine your teeth and repair any faults found. Or use Oraltech Labs Unusual Causes Of Bad Breath.
3. Gum disease, advanced periodontal disease is a common cause. Waste products from the anaerobic bacteria growing below the gum line (sub gingival) have a foul smell and have been clinically demonstrated to produce a very intense bad breath. To fix remove the tartar or hard plaque and friable tissue with a soft bristle tooth brush angled on the gum line. This has been shown to improve mouth odor considerably.
4. Nose, in this occurrence, the air exiting the nostrils has a pungent odor that differs from the oral odor. Nasal odor may be due to sinus infections, foreign bodies & commonly Post Nasal Drip. To fix this you will need to flush your sinuses with salt water. It’s very difficult. Use Oraltech Labs program to properly clear all sinus cavities.
5. Tonsils small bits of calcified matter in tonsillar crypts called tonsilloliths that smell extremely foul when released and can cause bad breath. To fix use warm to hot salt water mix to break the stones down or use a water pic to dislodge them. This topic is covered in depth in the Oraltech Labs Program.
6. Stomach, very uncommon source of bad breath. The esophagus is a closed and collapsed tube, and continuous flow (as opposed to a simple burp) of gas or putrid substances from the stomach indicates a health problem—such as reflux serious enough to be bringing up stomach contents or a fistula between the stomach and the esophagus. To fix use Oraltech Labs program to cure bad breath caused by GERD & Acid Reflux.
Management:
1. Gently clean the tongue surface twice daily; that can be achieved using a tooth brush, tongue cleaner or tongue brush/scraper to wipe off the bacterial biofilm, debris, and mucus. Scraping or otherwise damaging the tongue should be avoided, and scraping of the V-shaped row of taste buds found at the extreme back of the tongue should also be avoided. Brushing a small amount of antibacterial mouth rinse or tongue gel onto the tongue surface will further inhibit bacterial action.
2. Eating a healthy breakfast with rough foods helps clean the very back of the tongue.
3. Chewing gum: Since dry-mouth can increase bacterial build-up and cause or worsen bad breath, chewing sugarless gum can help with the production of saliva, and thereby help to reduce bad breath. Chewing may help particularly when the mouth is dry, or when one cannot perform oral hygiene procedures after meals.
4. Gargling right before bedtime with an effective mouthwash.
5. Maintaining proper oral hygiene, including daily tongue cleaning, brushing, flossing, and periodic visits to dentists and hygienists. Flossing is particularly important in removing rotting food debris and bacterial plaque from between the teeth, especially at the gum line.
If none of the above works for you just use the Oraltech Program by visiting - http://www.oraltechlabs.ph
To Your good health, Dr Devon, M.D, D.D.S
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