Bad breath can be quite offensive. It is also known as halitosis. Many people are not even aware of the fact that they suffer from this problem. The most common cause of bad breath is bad teeth.Bad Breath can be caused by many things,cavities, dentures, smoking, alcohol, lung infection, throat infection, everything from certain foods to poor oral hygiene.

The main symptom of bad breath is an odor that usually comes from the far back region of the tongue and grows stronger when the person talks. Bad breath is often accompanied by a foul taste in the mouth. The odor can vary from barely noticeable to overwhelming depending on the cause and proximity to the person.

There are also other causes for bad breath which include, infection in the tonsils, adenoids and sinuses. Foods such as garlic, onions, high sugar products, spicy food and dairy products can cause bad breath, along with smoking and drinking alcohol. Hunger, morning breath and poor oral hygiene also play a part in bad breathe.