So what causes that embarrassing smell generating from your mouth?

Knowing the reasons behind bad breath can help you prevent that next embarrassing encounter.

Bad breath can be caused by a number of reasons which can include:

• Foods
  • Ex: Garlic, Onions, Coffee, Spicy foods.
• Tobacco
  • Not only does this cause bad breath, but it can also cause oral cancers.
• Dental issues
  • Gum disease and cavities are a big contributor to bad breath.
• Bacteria
  • Without proper teeth brushing techniques, bacteria is still prevalent in the mouth causing build up.
• Dry mouth
  • a lack of saliva can cause dry mouth which can be a reason for bad breath.
• Disease
  • Respiratory issues and Sinus infections can result in bad breath.