{"id":23892,"date":"2020-01-23T09:31:58","date_gmt":"2020-01-23T09:31:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asistenciadentalplus.com\/?p=23892"},"modified":"2021-01-10T17:03:13","modified_gmt":"2021-01-10T17:03:13","slug":"what-is-halitosis-and-why-does-it-occur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/","title":{"rendered":"Halitosis: what it is and why it affects us"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#%C2%BFQue_es_la_halitosis\" >What is halitosis?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#El_origen_de_la_halitosis\" >The origin of halitosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Razones_por_las_que_se_produce_la_halitosis\" >Reasons why halitosis occurs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Aliento_matutino\" >Morning breath<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Edad\" >Age<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Protesis_dentarias\" >Dental prostheses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Farmacos\" >Drugs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Tabaco\" >Tobacco<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Periodos_de_ayuno\" >Fasting periods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Ciertos_alimentos\" >Certain foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Enfermedad_periodontal_o_caries\" >Periodontal disease or cavities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Higiene_oral_deficiente\" >Poor oral hygiene<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Causas_ulcerativas\" >Ulcerative causes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Infecciones\" >Infections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Radioterapia_y_quimioterapia\" >Radiotherapy and chemotherapy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Tipos_de_halitosis\" >Types of halitosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/la-halitosis-que-es-y-por-que-nos-da\/#Como_saber_si_tenemos_halitosis\" >How to know if we have bad breath<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_es_la_halitosis\"><\/span><strong>What is halitosis?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Halitosis, also known as bad breath, is defined as the set of unpleasant odors emitted from the mouth.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It is a problem that affects 1 in 2 people.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>It is considered a <strong>social problem related to poor oral hygiene<\/strong> or with diseases of the mouth, although sometimes it can be a manifestation of some other pathology.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"El_origen_de_la_halitosis\"><\/span><strong>The origin of halitosis<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Depending on its origin, we can find two types of halitosis:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oral halitosis<\/strong>: when it occurs in the mouth due to tartar buildup, gum problems, cavities, or smoking, among other things.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extraoral halitosis<\/strong>This occurs when it happens outside the mouth, due to respiratory problems, digestive issues, or other illnesses. This happens in 101% of cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Razones_por_las_que_se_produce_la_halitosis\"><\/span><strong>Reasons why halitosis occurs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aliento_matutino\"><\/span><strong>Morning breath<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>During sleep, saliva flow decreases, which facilitates the uncontrolled growth of bacteria that produce smelly gases.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edad\"><\/span><strong>Age<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Breath quality changes with age. Older adults are likely to experience regressive changes in their salivary glands, affecting both the quality and quantity of saliva, even with good oral hygiene.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protesis_dentarias\"><\/span><strong>Dental prostheses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Dentures and bridges can accumulate food debris. If left overnight, they produce an unpleasant and characteristic odor.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Farmacos\"><\/span><strong>Drugs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Some medications can cause xerostomia, or dry mouth syndrome. The lack of saliva produces bad breath.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tabaco\"><\/span><strong>Tobacco<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Smoking creates a characteristic breath that can last for a few days, even after you have quit smoking.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Periodos_de_ayuno\"><\/span><strong>Fasting periods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Skipping meals and following a low-calorie diet can contribute to bad breath.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ciertos_alimentos\"><\/span><strong>Certain foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>After eating certain foods like garlic or consuming alcohol.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enfermedad_periodontal_o_caries\"><\/span><strong>Periodontal disease or cavities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Gum disease or cavities can also cause bad breath.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Higiene_oral_deficiente\"><\/span><strong>Poor oral hygiene<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Failure to remove tartar causes bacterial growth.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causas_ulcerativas\"><\/span><strong>Ulcerative causes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Traumatic ulcers, infections, stomatitis, or other problems can cause bad breath.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Infecciones\"><\/span><strong>Infections<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Halitosis can also be caused by viral, bacterial, or fungal infections.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Radioterapia_y_quimioterapia\"><\/span><strong>Radiotherapy and chemotherapy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>People who have to undergo these strong treatments may suffer from halitosis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Face mask<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>He <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"\/en\/face-mask-and-bad-breath\/\">prolonged use of face masks<\/a><\/span> They cause an increase in bad odor.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tipos_de_halitosis\"><\/span><strong>Types of halitosis<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>True halitosis<\/strong>This type of halitosis is determined when the unpleasant breath exceeds the limits and becomes noticeable to others.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Physiological halitosis<\/strong>: that which is temporary and occurs on specific occasions such as upon waking, after drinking coffee, alcohol, eating strong, spicy meals, smoking, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pathological halitosis<\/strong>: occurs as a result of the presence of diseases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_saber_si_tenemos_halitosis\"><\/span><strong>How to know if we have bad breath<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Bad breath is difficult to diagnose because most of the time we don&#039;t notice it ourselves.<\/p>\n<p>It is advisable to ask someone you trust to confirm it or go to the dentist so they can detect it and give you the treatment to solve the problem.<\/p>\n<p>It is also important to carry out a <a href=\"\/en\/5-tips-for-healthy-teeth\/\">good oral hygiene<\/a> to maintain good oral health and avoid or solve this problem.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>For more information you can visit our center or call us.<\/p>\n<p>At Asistencia Dental Plus we have the best specialists who will advise you and solve all your oral health problems.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00bfQu\u00e9 es la halitosis? La Halitosis, tambi\u00e9n conocida como mal aliento, se define como el conjunto de olores desagradables que se emiten por la boca. Es un problema que afecta 1 de cada 2 personas. Se considera un problema de car\u00e1cter social relacionado con una higiene bucal deficiente o con enfermedades de la boca, aunque [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":23894,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23892","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-problemas-dentales"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23892","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23892"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23892\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23894"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23892"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23892"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23892"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}