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Bad breath (halitosis) can be caused by many things. It may be the result of odor-causing foods, tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease, continued mouth dryness, use of tobacco products, sinus or respiratory infections, some medical disorders, inadequate oral hygiene or some medications. Your dentist can help identify the cause and, if it is due to an oral condition, can develop a treatment plan to eliminate this common source of embarrassment.
The American Dental Association website has an excellent discussion of halitosis. http://www.ada.org/consumer/hottopic/breath.html
Dr. Jay D. Shulman
Associate Professor
Department of Public Health Sciences
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