Halitosis can be an embarrassing problem and can affect a person’s self confidence and social interactions. The most effective way to treat bad breath is to identify the cause and receive the appropriate medical treatment. Preventing bad breath is an ongoing endeavour that we all undertake on a daily basis. In the case of halitosis, even the best dental hygiene is insufficient to avoid bad breath.
Halitosis is the medical term for persistent bad breath that may vary in severity and the type of odor. It can range from a stale to sickening, fruity odour and in more severe cases, it may smell fishy or extremely foul similar to rotting matter. At times, the type of smell can provide some indication as to the cause of the bad breath.
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Mouth sores are shallow, painful ulcers in the inner part of the mouth, tongue or inner lip. It usually does not affect the gum or hard palate (upper roof of the mouth) except in certain cases. A mouth ulcer is usually not a serious condition and usually resolves within 10 days. However chronic mouth sores can persist for several weeks to months.
The condition of mouth ulcers is referred to as aphthous stomatitis. Mouth ulcers may also be called mouth sores or oral canker sores. Oral canker sores should not be confused with cold sores on the skin around the mouth.
