Bad breath in babies – what is behind it?
Bad breath in babies can have many different causes. In very many cases, it is caused by bacteria in the mouth, which decompose the saliva to produce a sulfurous odor. It can also be an infection or inflammation of the oral mucosa.
Diseases in the area of the throat or sinuses can also be the cause of bad breath in babies. In most cases, this is due to too little drinking during the day. Even if the baby spits a lot, it can lead to increased bad breath.
If the bad breath persists despite good oral hygiene, a pediatrician or dentist should be consulted to clarify the cause of the bad breath. Undiscovered diabetes can also be a cause of bad breath. However, this is rarely the case.
In most cases, it is caused by bacteria, teeth that soon break through or an inflamed area in the mouth. You can often control baby’s bad breath with good oral hygiene – i.e. cleaning the mouth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and plenty of sugar-free drinks throughout the day. Click here for the main article: Bad breath in babies
Bad breath during pregnancy
Bad breath in pregnancy is not uncommon and is very often associated with inflammation of the mouth. During pregnancy the body changes. Among other things, the mucous membrane in the mouth also changes.
The blood supply to the mucous membranes is increased by hormonal changes and they swell slightly. This makes it easier for food residues and bacteria to settle. This leads to increased inflammation of the gums (pregnancy gingivitis).
Bad breath is a typical sign of inflammation. Good and extensive oral hygiene is therefore particularly important during pregnancy. To relieve bad breath, one can rinse several times a day with chamomile tea.
Many other mouthwashes contain alcohol. For this reason these mouthwashes should not be used during pregnancy. If the bad breath persists, you should consult a dentist to prevent the consequences of persistent gingivitis (= inflammation of the gums).
