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Bad breath and gingivitis can lead to pneumonia and pathogenic bacteria in the mouth. It’s important to recognize how we can help prevent bad breath and oral health issues in the elderly. A 2014 study on an elderly population stated that aspiration pneumonia can develop as a result of pathogenic bacteria descending from the mouth down to the bronchoalveolar system. This can then present a frequent, potentially life-threatening danger. 

By adapting proper care and treatment concepts, the masticatory ability can be preserved or restored, and help prevent malnutrition. In order to help prevent the cause of serious diseases developing, proper oral health treatments need to be implemented by qualified dentistry care providers. This should include proper brushing and cleaning techniques that our elderly patients need to follow based on their specific oral health conditions.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26169068/

Due to the humid environment of the mouth, it is a perfect breeding ground for the development of bacteria. The dental plaque buildup can then lead to periodontal disease and then respiratory disease. Respiratory diseases/sinus issues generally give off their own particular cheesy bad breath smell and can be recognizable during the early stages of development. Going forward, the best way to prevent this issue is by bringing public awareness to the correlation between periodontal and respiratory diseases, and then taking proper action in your personal oral health habits with proper cleaning routines, brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12034069

Did you know that stress can cause periodontal disease? Sometimes the first indicator of periodontal disease is bad breath. That’s why it’s important to be aware of your own breath, and even though it may be awkward, to tell loved ones when their breath is terrible. It can save their gums and teeth, and possibly their lives. 

I recommend doing yoga to relieve stress and anxiety. It is one of the most effective ways to reduce both physical and psychological stress. By establishing a yoga routine, you can eliminate stress and ward off periodontal disease. 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5793006/

There is a direct link between obesity and poor oral health. Studies have shown that people who are obese tend to have poor oral hygiene, and rotting teeth in some cases, which definitely causes bad breath. This may be due to large intakes of unhealthy candies, foods, and soft drinks.

A study showed that due to unhealthy nutritional intake and from not exercising, children and adolescents were more prone to develop periodontal disease and become obese. These bad habits affected both their dental and overall well-being. The solution to this issue is rather simple, maintain regular physical activity and eat healthier foods.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6102435/

Eating an apple a day can help improve your overall health by fighting against harmful chronic diseases that can cause bad breath. Apples are a strong antioxidant that can aid in the prevention of lipid DNA and lipid oxidation and they have been shown to lower cholesterol. Apples can also reduce the risk of developing heart disease, cancer, type II diabetes, and asthma.

One fascinating thing that stood out to me is the fact that eating apples can improve your lung functionality and can also lead to healthy weight loss. The chemical composition of flavonoids within apples makes it possible for them.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC442131/

Early diagnosis and detection of oral cancer can be recognized in patients by identifying their bad breath smells. By detecting the issue early on, we can avoid numerous cases of oral cancer before it becomes a lethal issue. Oral cancer presents itself in rotting gums, and lump or cysts within the patient’s mouth. This can give off a foul smelling odor during the early stages that would help identify and signal the disease. People who eat junk food, drink alcohol, smoke, have an HPV infection, or chew tobacco on a regular basis are more prone to get oral cancer. The best solutions for dealing with oral cancer is early detection and diagnosis, and you can do this by paying attention to the patient’s breath odor smells and promoting great oral hygiene habits.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK343649/