Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked:
- Poor oral hygiene
- Digestive problems
- Systemic infection
- Bacteria on dentures
- Gum disease
- Food particles on tonsils
- Dry mouth
At Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS, we can help you with this uncomfortable problem. If your bad breath is the result of negligent oral hygiene, you’re in luck—this is one of the easiest types to treat. If you have visited our dental blog before, you know step one: make sure you brush for a full three minutes and floss before you climb into bed.
Individuals who have no idea how long they brush can set a timer (there is probably one on your smartphone). In addition to cleaning tooth surfaces, scrub your tongue! Then take the time to carefully floss around each tooth to clean away the plaque between your teeth and keep your gums healthy.
Some dedicated oral hygiene pros brush after each meal to prevent particles of food from sitting on their teeth during the day. In addition to freshening your breath, practicing appropriate oral hygiene will improve your health.
Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS in Fishers. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination, Dr. Dale Behner will determine whether you have a dental problem that is contributing to your breath.
Possible dental causes are a cavity, a broken crown, or gum disease. If we suspect that your bad breath is caused by a non-dental ailment, such as a respiratory infection, you will be referred to an appropriate medical professional.
Treating bad breath starts with a visit to Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS. In addition to general dental care, we provide a complete menu of dental services including porcelain veneers, In-House Clear Aligners, and dental crowns. Call 317-842-2337 today!
Contact Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS:
317-842-2337
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
9744 Lantern Rd
Fishers, Indiana
46037
