Mouth odour (halitosis) is a common problem and remains a taboo topic for many. Mouth odour can be easily treated, for in around 90 per cent of all cases, mouth odour originates in the oral cavity. Inflammation of the gums and coating of the tongue are among the causes of mouth odour. Your dentist should therefore be the first port of call for identifying and treating this.
What you can expect from a professional mouth odour consultation
In a professional halitosis consultation, we first of all talk to our patients in detail. We then measure the odour of the breath using a halimeter, and we examine the oral cavity of the patient to look for the cause of the halitosis. We check the fillings and crown margins and examine the teeth for decayed areas. We also analyse the tongue coating.
Did you know that around 10% of all adults in Europe suffer from mouth odour (halitosis)?
HOW WE PROCEED
Treatment follows diagnosis of the
condition. This may include, for example:
Cleaning removable tooth prostheses, which we may re-line if necessary
Periodontitis treatment and professional teeth cleaning, if the causes of the mouth odour are in the area of the periodontium
Thorough cleaning and special mouthwash solutions can provide a remedy for mouth odour
Care tips for looking after your teeth at home. For example, we explain which mouthwash or tongue cleaner is suitable for treating mouth odour.
Duration of the treatment for moth odour
Two to three sessions are usually required for professional halitosis therapy with the dentist, each lasting about an hour. What is important is that you follow the therapy consistently. This will provide a permanent solution to the malodorous problem of halitosis.
OUR ADVICEDon’t put it off. Make an appointment with us for a halitosis consultation. You are not alone when it comes to mouth odour, and our experienced team offers you support.
What you yourself can do to deal with mouth odour
Fresh breath is simply a good thing for those around you. In 90 per cent of all cases, bacteria are the cause of mouth odour. This is only to do with the stomach in fewer than 1% of cases. The cause of halitosis is associated with the ear, nose and throat area in 8-9% of cases.
Thorough mouth hygiene is important to wipe out the bacteria. Bacteria and the sulphurous gases that produce them gather on the tongue, on the gum line, and in bad fillings and crown margins.
HALITOSIS ADVICE
tips for fresh breath
Mouth hygiene – remove bacteria
Clean your teeth twice a day, ideally with a toothpaste that contains fluoride, as this also removes bacteria in the mouth.
Don’t forget to clean your tongue
Care for your tongue after cleaning your teeth using a tongue cleaner and a gel that contains zinc. It is sufficient to scrape or brush the tongue two to three times from the back to the front and then rinse with water.
Cleaning the spaces between the teeth
Daily cleaning of the interdontal spaces is also important. We recommend interdontal brushes for this. If your teeth are close together, it is best to use dental tape or floss.
Naturally fresh breath
To freshen your breath quickly you should chew parsley. The antibacterial ingredients reduce the bacteria in the oral cavity that lead to mouth odour. Chewing fresh sage or mint leaves is also effective, as well as sucking thin slices of ginger. Essential oils also ensure fresher breath in minutes.
Drink plenty
A dry mouth can also lead to mouth odour and bad breath. Water is the best thing but various types of tea also help to keep the breath fresh. Green and black tea contain polyphenols which reduce the bacteria in the mouth. Peppermint tea and sage tea also have a positive effect on oral flora due to their essential oils.
Stimulate salivation
Rinse out your mouth with water after eating, or chew sugar-free chewing gum. Both of these stimulate salivation which rinses food residues from the oral cavity and prevents the formation of bacteria.
Do you have anyquestions on the topicof mouth odour?
You will find answers here for the most frequently asked questions on the topic of mouth odour (halitosis). We will be pleased to advise you personally at our dental practice in Kronberg im Taunus / Frankfurt.
In around 90% of cases, mouth odour has its origins in the oral cavity. Inflammation of the gums and coating of the tongue are among the causes of mouth odour. In fewer than 1% of cases, the cause is in the stomach, and in 8-9% of cases, in the ear, nose and throat area.
Your first port of call should be your dentist, who will give you advice during a special mouth odour consultation. For your halitosis treatment, we clean removable dental prostheses and treat you for periodontitis if necessary.
For a professional halitosis therapy, usually two or three sessions are required with the dentist, each of which lasts about an hour.
We recommend thorough mouth hygiene with regular tooth and tongue care. It is also important to drink plenty, for a dry mouth is one of the causes of halitosis and can lead to bad breath.