Saturday, 31 January 2009
Bad Breath (Halitosis) in Children
Bad Breath (Halitosis) in Children
1/ Can inadequate oral hygiene cause bad breath in children?
2/ Can halitosis be a symptom of a disease or infection?
3/ My child is prone to colds. Can this be the cause of halitosis?
4/ Can gingivitis cause bad breath?
5/ Can dental caries cause halitosis?
6/ Will a mouthwash help?
7/ I've seen tongue scrapers advertised. Are they a gimmick?
8/ Should I consult the dentist about my child's bad breath?
Answers to the above 8 question provided here
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Bad Breath (Halitosis) in Children
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Your 2 Year Old Has Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Your 2 Year Old Has Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Sweet Smelling Breath, Of Course! Bad Breath in Children, I Don't Think So!
Your Child's Sweet Smelling Breath Could be Cause for Concern
Yes, it does happen. Children do get bad breath and this may be more common than you think. We tend to think that children don't get bad breath because the most common causes of bad breath are found in adults, like gum diseases, post nasal drip and having unhealthy habits like drinking and smoking.
Bad breath in children may be as simple as having stinky or morning breath. Or, maybe it has something to do with what they have recently eaten. In these cases, bad breath can be easily remedied and there is nothing to really worry about. But, if you notice that your child has a sweet smelling bad breath, then you may have something to worry about.
A sweet smelling bad breath is one of the symptoms of diabetes. Along with this sweet odor your child may also have a sweet smelling urine, very dry skin and may experience dehydration along with frequent urination. If left unattended, the disease may grow to become serious.
It is always best to consult your doctor as soon as possible if you feel your child has these symptoms. Simply masking the odor won't make ... Read more
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Your 2 Year Old Has Bad Breath (Halitosis)
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STUDY - Bad Breath (Halitosis) May Be Linked to Stomach Ulcers, Cancer
STUDY - Bad Breath (Halitosis) May Be Linked to Stomach Ulcers, Cancer
Persistent halitosis could be an early clue to something more serious, according to a new report in the Journal of Medical Microbiology.
Persistent halitosis could be an early clue to something more serious, according to a new report in the Journal of Medical Microbiology.
Helicobacter pylori, the same bacteria that causes stomach ulcers and is a cause of some gastric cancers, was present in 21 out of 326 Japanese people with halitosis and 16 out of 102 people with gum disease who took part in a research study in Fukuoka, Japan.
"Recently, scientists discovered that H. pylori can live in the mouth," said Dr. Nao Suzuki of Fukuoka Dental College. "We wanted to determine ... read more
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STUDY - Bad Breath (Halitosis) May Be Linked to Stomach Ulcers, Cancer
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Cancer, Stomach Ulcer Bacteria Linked to Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Cancer, Stomach Ulcer Bacteria Linked to Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Bacteria that cause stomach ulcers and cancer also could cause bad breath, according to research published in a recent issue of the Journal of Medical Microbiology.
Researchers at Fukuoka Dental College, Japan, conducted a study to evaluate the presence of Helicobacter pylori in the saliva of people who complain of having halitosis, more commonly known as bad breath. H. pylori can cause stomach ulcers and is responsible for a large proportion of gastric cancers.
Researchers obtained samples from 326 people, 251 with halitosis and 75 without halitosis. They extracted DNA from the samples and evaluated the presence of H. pylori.
They detected H. pylori in 21 of the 326 samples. In the people ... read more
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Cancer, Stomach Ulcer Bacteria Linked to Bad Breath (Halitosis)
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Stomach Bacteria Causes Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Stomach Bacteria Causes Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Bacteria that cause stomach ulcers and cancer could also be giving us bad breath, according to research published in the December issue of the Journal of Medical Microbiology. For the first time, scientists have found Helicobacter pylori living in the mouths of people who are not showing signs of stomach disease.
The mouth is home to over 600 different species of bacteria, some of which can cause disease. Helicobacter pylori has recently been shown to cause stomach ulcers and is also responsible for a large proportion of gastric cancers. Scientists estimate that between 20 and 80 % of people in the developed world and over 90 % of people in the developing world carry the bacterium.
"Recently, scientists discovered that H. pylori can live in the mouth," said Dr Nao Suzuki from Fukuoka Dental College in Fukuoka, Japan . "We wanted to determine whether the bacteria can cause bad breath, so we tested patients complaining of halitosis for the presence presence of H. pylori."
The researchers found the bacteria ... read more
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Stomach Bacteria Causes Bad Breath (Halitosis)
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Bad Breath Tester
Bad Breath Tester
There are differences between a Bad Breath (Halitosis) Tester and Breath (Analyser) Testing device – don’t get the wrong tester.
Bad breath is caused by Anaerobic Sulfur Producing Bacteria which normally live WITHIN the surface of the tongue and in the throat. These bacteria are supposed to be there, because they assist humans in digestion by breaking down proteins found in specific foods, mucous or phlegm, blood, and in diseased or "broken-down" oral tissue.
Under certain conditions, these bacteria start to break down proteins at a very high rate. Proteins are made up of Amino Acids. Two of the Amino Acids (Cysteine and Methionine) are dense with sulfur.
When these "beneficial" bacteria come into contact with these compounds, the odorous and "lousy-tasting" sulfur compounds are released from the back of the tongue and throat, as Hydrogen Sulfide, Methyl Mercaptan, and other odorous and bad tasting compounds. These "problem" compounds are often referred to as Volatile Sulfur Compounds (VSC), where volatile means Vaporous and Effervescent, two adjectives which accurately describe their ability to offend other people instantly.
Chronic, recurring bad breath is a trouble many people face for the reason of the taste in their mouth or they recognize they're uncomfortable when they talk to people.
Bad Breath Tester – The Halimeter
The most common device used by Dental Clinics is called the Halimeter. This device measures gases such as VSCs, Hydrogen Sulfide, Methyl Mercapta and Dimethyl Sulfide and can also find out where they are approaching from.
This analytical tool is a misleadingly plain-looking although commanding instrument. It is a successor of the industrial gas recognition technology.
The client clings to a tube from the Halimeter inside his mouth. The tool employs suction to get a sample of air from the mouth, examines it, and shows a digital reading in parts per billion of VSC's. The level of VSC reading points out the level of the trouble, if any.
By inserting the straw in different locations in the mouth, the machinist can concentrate the source of the VSCs. Then treatment can then be given.
Breath Tester
A good Breath (Analyser) Tester gives a quick response with instant results on the concentration of alcohol in the blood and will ONLY give results that are indication only. Most of these results are not legally recognised.
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Bad Breath Tester
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What Causes Bad Breath (Halitosis)
What Causes Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Very few people wake up in the morning looking like a soap opera star--eyes bright, hair perfect and mouth kiss ably fresh. Although a quick wash and brush of the teeth usually make us feel clean and presentable, sometimes a nagging worry about breath odour remains. Is it just normal morning staleness? Or is it halitosis, the medical term for bad breath? Would your friends tell you? Could you tell a friend?
We all know certain factors can make breath smell worse than usual--smoking, alcohol, onions, garlic and spicy foods are notorious offenders--but a little time and good dental hygiene soon eliminate these problems. With true bad breath, however, normal cleaning of the teeth and mouth are not enough to restore freshness. In some instances persistent bad breath can even signal a serious medical problem.
Poor oral health leading to the proliferation of certain types of bacteria is responsible for halitosis 90 percent of the time. If teeth and gums are not cleaned properly the remaining food particles and debris will ferment, releasing malodorous volatile sulphur compounds (VSCs). Extensive tooth decay, gum disease, oral infections, abscesses and cancers all cause bad breath, and by favouring the growth of bacteria sinus congestion, allergies and nasal polyps can be culprits as well. Once these problems are treated, reduced or eliminated, the bad breath will often disappear.
Dry mouth (xerostomia) can make the breath go from bad to worse. Normally, saliva will help flush away bacteria, food bits and cellular waste, and when the flow of saliva decreases this material tends to accumulate. The VSCs produced as it decomposes will also evaporate faster than normal and produce more odours in the drier environment. Some common causes of dry mouth are dehydration, alcohol-based mouth rinses, acute infection and certain medicines, including decongestant, antidepressants and blood pressure medication.
Bad breath occasionally has a more serious medical origin. Diabetes can produce an acetone-like or fruity smell; kidney disease an ammonia odour; liver and lung problems, sinus and tonsil infections.... The list goes on and on. A doctor will consider the nature of bad breath as a significant symptom in seeking a diagnosis.
But surely if you have halitosis you will have a bad taste in the mouth? Wrong. The two are not necessarily related. Dry mouth, for example, can cause a bitter or metallic taste even before odor can be detected.
Seeing your dentist regularly is both the first line of defence against halitosis and the first step to a cure. If the problem persists after establishing good oral hygiene, the next step is a visit to a doctor to rule out an underlying medical disorder. What NOT to do includes relying on breath fresheners or mints to mask the problem (they are not effective for long), depending on alcohol-based mouthwashes that dry the mouth or antiseptic mouthwashes that disturb the natural balance of bacteria, and obsessively brushing teeth and gums, which not only dries the mouth but can actually damage tissues and encourage bacterial growth.
A number of commercial ventures claim dramatic halitosis relief through following their particular program. We know of one in San Francisco that even includes the use of special instruments claiming to be more accurate, objective and sensitive than a human nose. These are used to measure the precise concentration of VSC's in the breath and to scan the gums for their potential sources. While we don't doubt their success, few of us can afford an extended stay away from home to take such a high-tech "cure." Start with your more affordable local dentist!
Fortunately there are some natural remedies to use while sorting out the cause of your problem. Simply enjoying an after-dinner cup of jasmine tea can help clear and sweeten the breath, especially if your meal was rich in garlic or oil. Tokyo herbalist Lindsay Nojiri recommends a mouthwash prepared by simmering three cloves, 1 gram of ginger root and 2 grams of Licorice root in 400 millilitres of filtered water. After 10 or 15 minutes, pour this over 2 grams each of parsley leaves, red clover flowers and camomile flowers. Let stand for 10 minutes. A simpler approach, says Lindsay, is to chew several whole cloves (they are hard--be careful!), brew up your own "tea" of parsley or alfalfa, or take extra vitamin C either as tablets or in natural sources.
Interestingly, quite often the people most concerned about bad breath don't have it and those badly affected don't know. It is not an easy task to tell a friend or colleague about bad breath, but if it occurs often, not just after a binge of spicy food, cigarettes and alcohol, mentioning the problem is an act of kindness.
Discover how I cured my nasty Bad Breath here.
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We all know certain factors can make breath smell worse than usual--smoking, alcohol, onions, garlic and spicy foods are notorious offenders--but a little time and good dental hygiene soon eliminate these problems. With true bad breath, however, normal cleaning of the teeth and mouth are not enough to restore freshness. In some instances persistent bad breath can even signal a serious medical problem.
Poor oral health leading to the proliferation of certain types of bacteria is responsible for halitosis 90 percent of the time. If teeth and gums are not cleaned properly the remaining food particles and debris will ferment, releasing malodorous volatile sulphur compounds (VSCs). Extensive tooth decay, gum disease, oral infections, abscesses and cancers all cause bad breath, and by favouring the growth of bacteria sinus congestion, allergies and nasal polyps can be culprits as well. Once these problems are treated, reduced or eliminated, the bad breath will often disappear.
Dry mouth (xerostomia) can make the breath go from bad to worse. Normally, saliva will help flush away bacteria, food bits and cellular waste, and when the flow of saliva decreases this material tends to accumulate. The VSCs produced as it decomposes will also evaporate faster than normal and produce more odours in the drier environment. Some common causes of dry mouth are dehydration, alcohol-based mouth rinses, acute infection and certain medicines, including decongestant, antidepressants and blood pressure medication.
Bad breath occasionally has a more serious medical origin. Diabetes can produce an acetone-like or fruity smell; kidney disease an ammonia odour; liver and lung problems, sinus and tonsil infections.... The list goes on and on. A doctor will consider the nature of bad breath as a significant symptom in seeking a diagnosis.
But surely if you have halitosis you will have a bad taste in the mouth? Wrong. The two are not necessarily related. Dry mouth, for example, can cause a bitter or metallic taste even before odor can be detected.
Seeing your dentist regularly is both the first line of defence against halitosis and the first step to a cure. If the problem persists after establishing good oral hygiene, the next step is a visit to a doctor to rule out an underlying medical disorder. What NOT to do includes relying on breath fresheners or mints to mask the problem (they are not effective for long), depending on alcohol-based mouthwashes that dry the mouth or antiseptic mouthwashes that disturb the natural balance of bacteria, and obsessively brushing teeth and gums, which not only dries the mouth but can actually damage tissues and encourage bacterial growth.
A number of commercial ventures claim dramatic halitosis relief through following their particular program. We know of one in San Francisco that even includes the use of special instruments claiming to be more accurate, objective and sensitive than a human nose. These are used to measure the precise concentration of VSC's in the breath and to scan the gums for their potential sources. While we don't doubt their success, few of us can afford an extended stay away from home to take such a high-tech "cure." Start with your more affordable local dentist!
Fortunately there are some natural remedies to use while sorting out the cause of your problem. Simply enjoying an after-dinner cup of jasmine tea can help clear and sweeten the breath, especially if your meal was rich in garlic or oil. Tokyo herbalist Lindsay Nojiri recommends a mouthwash prepared by simmering three cloves, 1 gram of ginger root and 2 grams of Licorice root in 400 millilitres of filtered water. After 10 or 15 minutes, pour this over 2 grams each of parsley leaves, red clover flowers and camomile flowers. Let stand for 10 minutes. A simpler approach, says Lindsay, is to chew several whole cloves (they are hard--be careful!), brew up your own "tea" of parsley or alfalfa, or take extra vitamin C either as tablets or in natural sources.
Interestingly, quite often the people most concerned about bad breath don't have it and those badly affected don't know. It is not an easy task to tell a friend or colleague about bad breath, but if it occurs often, not just after a binge of spicy food, cigarettes and alcohol, mentioning the problem is an act of kindness.
Discover how I cured my nasty Bad Breath here.
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