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Wisdom teeth are also known as third molars are the last teeth to erupt. This occurs generally between the ages of seventeen and twenty five. There remains a great deal of disagreement regarding whether or not these teeth need to be removed. It is usually suggested that teeth that remain completely buried or un-erupted in a normal position are unlikely to cause harm. Nevertheless, if these impacted teeth are in an abnormal position their potential for harm should be assessed. A tooth becomes impacted cause of lack of space in the dental arch and its eruption is therefore prevented by gum, bone, another tooth or all three.

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» Dry Mouth Bad Breath

By Graeme Cosofarle | Published 05/13/2006 | Bad Breath |

Dry Mouth, also known as Xerostomia is a common symptom and one of the main causes of Bad Breath or Halitosis. Xerostomia is usually caused due to ageing, medications, reduction in the fluid intake, use of alcohol based mouth rinses. Medications for allergies, depression, blood pressure and diuretics also cause Xerostomia. Coffee can be called a diuretic. In some unusual cases, radiation treatment to head and neck areas, Sjogrens Syndrome, Diabetes and other auto-immune diseases may also cause this condition. Along with bad breath, Xerostomia also causes bad tastes (like bitter, sour or even metallic tastes) in the mouth.

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» Bad Breath Symptom

By Graeme Cosofarle | Published 05/13/2006 | Bad Breath |

One of the most common symptoms, the film forms due to nasal mucous and bacteria accumulation on the tongue especially the backside. Removing it is not the complete solution as these bacteria are found in the entire mouth and the saliva. Longer or larger taste buds (also called papillae) in some people traps more bacteria. People suffering from post nasal (mucous) drainage tend to have these films on the tongue.

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» Very bad breath

By Graeme Cosofarle | Published 05/13/2006 | Bad Breath |

Bad breath is a very common problem and there are many dissimilar causes. The smelly gases released by the bacteria that coat your teeth and gums generally cause persistent bad breath. However, strong foods like garlic and onions can append to the problem. Smoking is also one of the main reasons of bad breath, along with certain illnesses such as nasal and stomach conditions. Bits of food, that gets wedged between the teeth and on the tongue rots and sometimes causes an unpleasant smell. So correct and regular brushing is very significant to keep your breath smelling fresh. The bacteria on the teeth and gums also form the basis of the gum disease and dental decay.

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» Tongue bad breath

By Graeme Cosofarle | Published 05/13/2006 | Bad Breath |

The tongue's surface is the main breeding ground for harmful bacteria that attack teeth & gums producing a rotten egg - smelling gases or dragon mouth. Tongue cleaning is necessary, in addition to brushing, for a thorough dislodging of the plaque and mucus. In clinical tests, tongue cleaning is proven to have reduced odors and bacteria by seventy five percent. Tongue scraping with a Tongue Cleaner is a boon for those suffering from coated tongue. Effective tongue cleaning reduces coating on the tongue by as much as forty percent. The best part is that a tongue cleaner is so easy and fun to use. A myth widely believed is that the stomach is the root cause of bad breath.

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