Attention should be paid to bad breath in babies, which may be caused by oral problems or abnormalities in the body. For babies with bad breath, early treatment and peace of mind can have a significant impact on the future. There are many reasons that can cause bad breath, so what exactly is bad breath in babies?
1. I didn't brush my teeth in the morning or evening. This is one of the most common reasons. Mommy's failure to establish good habits of rinsing and brushing teeth for her baby, or her baby having dental caries, often leads to bad breath. The reason is that there is milk or food residue in the mouth that has not been washed away in a timely manner, causing it to ferment and decay, resulting in the emission of odors or unpleasant odors.
2. Not drinking enough water. Water and saliva can lubricate mucous membranes, eliminate microorganisms, and maintain a healthy oral environment in the mouth. If the baby drinks less water on a regular basis, the saliva flow rate will decrease, leading to dry mouth, bacterial decomposition and release, increased volatile products, and a foul odor in the mouth.
3. Oral diseases. Stomatitis is an inflammation of the oral mucosa and one of the important causes of bad breath, which is quite common in infants and young children. If a baby suffers from stomatitis, it is very easy for them to have bad breath.
4. Eating too many snacks. When a baby eats too many snacks, has an irregular diet, overeats, or consumes unclean food, it increases the burden on the gastrointestinal tract, damages the spleen and stomach, causes gastrointestinal diseases, digestive disorders, and indigestion. Children will show symptoms such as anorexia, bad breath, and constipation.
5. Partial diet. Babies who primarily consume dairy based foods or prefer meat over vegetables tend to produce more ammonia in their gastrointestinal tract due to the protein content of their food, making them particularly prone to bad breath.
Bad breath in babies should be treated promptly, otherwise it can cause many problems. It will also have a negative impact on the baby in the future, so mothers should pay attention.
