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I have had bad breath for four years. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from bad breath for more than four years. I consulted with the dentist but did not get rid of my bad breath. Please help me. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your complaint, bad breath is also known as halitosis. It can occur due to a number of causes like poor oral hygiene, oral and dental infections, post-nasal drip, sinusitis, acid reflux, respiratory infections, and diabetes. You should consult an oral physician o... Read Full »
Why am I not able to get rid of bad breath even though I brush every day?
Query: Hi doctor, I have plaque deposits on my teeth and gums. My gums bleed often, and they are receding. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed your image (attachment removed to protect patient identity), and it is calculus deposits over your gums. It occurs when the plaque is not removed properly with brushing, and it starts becoming hard due to calcium deposits over it. It accumulates more and m... Read Full »
I have been suffering from bad breath since childhood. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Since childhood, I have suffered from mouth odor or bad breath. Now at 34 years, it is getting worse. Once I open my mouth to speak, people run or cover their noses or turn away from me. As a result, I have lost every confidence I could ever have. It has affected me in all areas of my ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. As per your complaint, bad breath, or halitosis, can occur due to several causes like poor oral hygiene, oral and dental infections, post-nasal drip, sinusitis, acid reflux, respiratory infections, diabetes, etc. You shoul... Read Full »