Can Bad Breath (Halitosis) Be Caused by Tongue?
Can Bad Breath (Halitosis) Be Caused by Tongue?
The cause of halitosis is disease, pathological condition and dysfunction of oral tissues. It is caused by deposits on the tongue where pathological conditions such as periodontal disease and dry mouth change. Bacteria that settle in the deep pits of the follicles break down proteins from saliva and food into volatile sulfur compounds. The cause of bad breath is volatile sulfur compounds.
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