Homeopathy Medicine for Bad Breath

Halitosis, also known as bad breath or foul breath, is a catarrhal condition of the nose and throat caused by dirty or unhealthy teeth and gums. Alcohol, smoking, and certain foods, such as onions or garlic, can also contribute to the condition.

SYMPTOMS OF BAD BREATH

• Unpleasant odor from mouth
• Mouth flavors fluctuate
• Dry mouth
• the tongue is covered in white.
• Constipation
• Strong spit, etc.

CAUSES OF BAD BREATH

There are numerous causes of bad breath, the majority of which originate in the mouth.

• Eating foods like onions, garlic, and spices can also contribute to bad breath because after digestion, these substances enter the bloodstream, travel to the lungs, and affect breath. **Food-**The breakdown of food particles in and around teeth can increase bacteria and cause a foul odor.
• Tobacco products-Smokers and oral tobacco users are more likely to have gum disease, another cause of bad breath, in addition to the unpleasant mouth odor that comes from smoking.
• Poor dental hygiene –We develop a colorless, sticky film of bacteria (plaque) on our teeth, which if left unbrushed, can irritate our gums and eventually form plaque-filled pockets between our teeth and gums (periodontitis). If we do not brush and floss daily, food particles remain in our mouth, causing bad breath. Our tongue can also trap bacteria that cause odors. Dentures that are not cleaned on a regular basis or do not fit properly can harbor odor-causing bacteria and food particles.
• **Dry mouth-**Dry mouth naturally occurs during sleep, leading to “morning breath,” and it gets worse if we sleep with our mouths open. Chronic dry mouth can be caused by a problem with our salivary glands and some diseases. Saliva helps cleanse our mouth, removing particles that cause bad odors. A condition called dry mouth can contribute to bad breath because production of saliva is decreased.
• Medications-Some medications can cause dry mouth, which can contribute to bad breath, while others can be broken down in the body and release chemicals that can be breathed in.
• Infections –Bad breath may result from dental decay, gum disease, mouth sores, surgical wounds following oral surgery, such as tooth removal.
• Other mouth, nose and throat conditions-Infections or chronic inflammation in the nose, sinuses, or throat, which can contribute to postnasal drip, can also result in bad breath. On occasion, small stones that form in the tonsils and are coated with bacteria that produce odor, which can cause bad breath, can also be the cause.
• **Other causes-**Bad breath in young children can be brought on by a foreign body, such as a piece of food lodged in a nostril, or by diseases, such as some cancers, and conditions, such as metabolic disorders, which can produce chemicals that give off a distinct breath odor.

HOMOEOPATRHIC TREATMENT FOR BAD BREATH

MERC SOL :Helpful in the treatment of bad breath caused by dental conditions like tooth decay and gum infection with spongy, bleeding, or discharge-producing gums. Useful for bad breath that is accompanied by a moist mouth and increased saliva. Useful when there is a strongly offensive odor from the mouth with a constantly moist mouth from increased saliva. The odor of breath is so strong that it fills the entire room.

PULSATILLA :Provided when tongue appears to be covered in thick mucus. Provided when taste of mouth is also varied, ranging from salty, bitter, and foul or, in some cases, no taste at all. Useful for bad breath with a dry mouth. There is no desire to drink water in spite of a dry mouth, which adds to the offensiveness of the odor.

KREOSOTE :Helpful in removing the bad breath that comes from decayed teeth.Useful for bleeding gums that occur in conjunction with decayed teeth.Useful for a bitter aftertaste.

HEPAR SULPH :Useful for cases where only pus is discharged from the gums and there is bad breath. Useful for cases where gum infections lead to bad breath and bad mouth odor.

CARBO VEG :Given if bleeding and pus from the gums are accompanied by bad breath and salivation. Useful for bad breath with foul breath associated with bleeding and pus from the gums.