Halitosis
Possible Causes of Halitosis (Bad Breath)
Medical
- Sinus Infections and abnormal sinus anatomies, post nasal drainage (drips)
- Tonsil infection or tonsillitis
- Lung disease
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Blood disorders
- Diabetes
- Gall Bladder Dysfunction
- Menstruation
- Carcinomas
- Certain foods
Dental
- Extensive tooth decay
- Periodontal (gum disease)
- Oral Infections or Abscess
- Oral Cancers
- Xerostomia (Dry mouth)
- Oral conditions resulting from post nasal drips or discharges
- Allergy conditions
- A proliferation of specific type of gram(-) anaerobic bacteria
Dr. Gaba can help you determine the source and if the cause is an oral condition, a treatment plan can be develop to solve the common cause of embarrassment.