Bad Breath Treatment

Bad breath, medically called halitosis, is usually caused by insufficient oral care habits, insufficient oral hygiene, gingivitis, oral infections, unhealthy habits such as the use of tobacco or alcohol and the food you eat. Dry mouth, respiratory infections, systemic diseases such as diabetes, kidney, liver and lung diseases and digestive system diseases like reflux are other possible causes. Usually the most effective way of preventing bad breath is brushing the teeth and flossing daily.