What are the causes and treatments of bad breath in students?
May 17, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Introduction
Bad breath in students may be caused by poor oral hygiene, oral ulcers, gingivitis, and other reasons. It can be improved through general treatments or medication. The specific analysis is as follows: If one does not brush teeth after meals or rinse the mouth after eating, food debris can easily become trapped between teeth, leading to bad breath. Therefore, it's important to develop good daily tooth-brushing habits.
Bad breath in students may be caused by poor oral hygiene, oral ulcers, gingivitis, or other reasons. It can be improved through general treatments or medication. The specific causes are analyzed as follows:
1. Poor Oral Hygiene
If one does not brush teeth after meals or rinse the mouth afterward, food debris can easily become trapped between teeth, leading to bad breath. It's important to develop good daily tooth-brushing habits.
2. Oral Ulcers
Oral ulcers are prone to bacterial infection in the mouth. Some bacteria break down food residues and produce foul-smelling gases, causing bad breath. Patients may use antibacterial and anti-inflammatory medications as directed by a physician, such as cydiodine tablets or chlorhexidine mouthwash.
3. Gingivitis
Gingivitis results from inflammatory secretions irritating the gum tissue, causing local redness, swelling, pain, and bad breath. Patients may take medications such as amoxicillin capsules or metronidazole tablets under medical supervision.
In addition to the above causes, chronic gastritis, chronic enteritis, or gastroesophageal reflux may also contribute. If oral problems occur, they should be taken seriously, and timely consultation with a dentist at a hospital is recommended.
