What should I do if my teeth smell bad? Analysis and solutions of hot topics across the Internet in 10 days
Recently, discussions about oral odor have been very popular on social platforms, especially the issue of "stinky teeth" which has attracted widespread attention. This article will combine the hot data of the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with structured analysis and practical solutions.
1. Top 5 popular dental problems on the Internet (data in the past 10 days)
| Ranking | keywords | Search volume increase | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smell between teeth | +320% | Xiaohongshu/Zhihu |
| 2 | Dental calculus odor | +215% | Baidu knows |
| 3 | Wisdom teeth stink | +180% | Douyin |
| 4 | Still smell after brushing your teeth | +150% | |
| 5 | Dental floss picks up smelly substances | +125% | Station B |
2. Analysis of odor sources
According to the professional sharing of dental doctors in Zhihu Live, tooth odor mainly comes from the following reasons:
| Cause classification | Specific performance | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| accumulation of food debris | Dental gaps/pit and fissure residues | 42% |
| dental calculus deposits | subgingival calculus | 28% |
| Caries lesions | Putrid smell caused by deep caries | 15% |
| gum inflammation | Gingival pocket suppuration | 10% |
| Others | Systemic diseases, etc. | 5% |
3. Comparison of popular solutions
The actual measured results of the 5 methods with the highest collection of Xiaohongshu:
| method | Operation difficulty | Effective speed | persistence | Suitable for the crowd |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental rinser cleaning | ★☆☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | Those with large gaps between teeth |
| Professional teeth cleaning | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | dental calculus patients |
| Mouthwash containing chlorhexidine | ★☆☆☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | Mild bad breath |
| Dental floss + tongue brush | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | Routine maintenance |
| Caries filling treatment | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | Caries patients |
4. The three-step treatment method recommended by doctors
1.Initial self-test: Smell the smell after flossing. If the floss has a rancid smell, it is recommended to seek medical advice.
2.home care:
• Pasteurized tooth brushing method in the morning and evening (popular instructional video on Douyin)
• Use water flosser after meals (JD.com data shows monthly sales growth of 65%)
• Antibacterial mouthwash twice a week (be careful to avoid long-term use)
3.Professional handling:
• Ultrasonic tooth cleaning 1-2 times a year (search volume for Meituan dental packages increased by 40%)
• Take panoramic radiographs to check for hidden lesions (generally recommended by Zhihu dentists)
• Fill cavities promptly (delaying treatment may lead to more serious odor)
5. Things to note
• Avoid using toothpicks to pick your teeth (120 million views on Weibo’s hot search # toothpicks之harm#)
• Use Internet celebrity cleaning products with caution (Xiaohongshu exposed that many "tooth cleaning powders" contain corrosive ingredients)
• Systemic diseases such as diabetes require simultaneous treatment (frequently mentioned on Zhihu medical topics)
According to Baidu Health Big Data, 87% of tooth odor problems can be significantly improved within 2 weeks after correct treatment. If the problem persists, it is recommended to go to the dental department of a regular hospital for a detailed examination, and do not trust online remedies.
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