Is bad breath caused by not brushing teeth regularly?
Disease description:
I've been feeling like I have bad breath these past couple of days. I'm not sure if it's because I don't brush my teeth regularly. I'd like to ask, is bad breath caused by not brushing teeth enough?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Bad breath may be caused by poor tooth brushing habits, but it might also occur even if one brushes regularly. If teeth are frequently not brushed, poor oral hygiene can result, causing food debris to remain in the mouth. Over time, this may lead to bad breath. However, bad breath can also be caused by other factors such as indigestion.
