Why do humans have bad breath?

Anonymous

∙ 16y ago

Updated: 8/16/2019

Bad breath is caused by odor-producing bacteria that grow in the mouth. When people don't brush and floss regularly, bacteria accumulate on the bits of food left in the mouth and between the teeth. The sulfur compounds released by these bacteria make the breath smell.

Wiki User

∙ 16y ago

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