Your Breath: More Than Just a Way to Annoy People — What It Might Be Telling You About Your Health!

Gum Disease

If your breath is starting to resemble a rusty nail, it could be a sign of bacteria throwing a party under your gums. This might lead to some serious inflammation—or worse, an infection. Your dentist might call it periodontitis, but let’s just say it’s the kind of party you don’t want to be invited to! Smoking and skipping the toothbrush-and-floss routine are like sending out invites to this unwelcome bacteria bash. And just so you know, gum disease can also run in the family—so if your relatives have been known to have “metallic breath,” it might be time to step up your dental game!