Testing for Bad Breath

Are you worried that you have bad breath, but are not too sure? This is a common condition as our adaptive nature doesn’t sense our own smell. Most people are horrified to learn that someone perceives their breath as unpleasant. Halitosis, or bad breath, can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are a few ways…

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Educating Your Children on Good Oral Health

According to the surgeon general, tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease. To prevent your child from having tooth decay and practice great oral care, it’s important for you to educate your child on the importance of their teeth. It can be hard to stay on top of your children to make…

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4 Different Types of Bad Breath

Most people I talk to think bad breath, or halitosis, is a problem of the mouth. While this is routinely the case, bad breath has several different root causes. This article will talk about the 4 types of bad breath: tonsils, lungs, sinuses, and, of course, your mouth. By determining the cause, you can help…

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Complete Your Home Dental Care with Hydro Floss Oral Irrigator

According to the American Dental Association, 75% of Americans have some form of periodontal disease. Gum disease is the number one cause of tooth loss in adults. Brushing twice a day and flossing daily is essential for good oral care, but there are places where your brush and floss don’t reach. This area of the…

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5 Tips to Whiter Teeth

Many people are concerned with the color of their teeth. Some people feel that with age, their teeth have become yellowed. Others want to look their best for an approaching event. Whatever the reason, it’s hard to deny that a bright smile can make anyone look younger, healthier and more attractive. There are a number…

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Bad Breath during Pregnancy

Many first time mothers-to-be are surprised when they experience bad breath or unpleasant tastes in their mouth. While there can be deeper issues at stake, many times pregnancy-induced halitosis is a common issue that upon additional care, can be resolved.     Why do Pregnant Women Experience Bad Breath? Changes in Hormones Pregnancy, particularly in…

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Cases of an Unhealthy Tongue

90% of halitosis cases deal with problems related either directly or indirectly to the tongue. This makes sense as this is the first site for incoming, undigested down foods. Under certain conditions such as oral neglect, the tongue can be a breeding grown for bacterial growth. Problems of the tongue aren’t always attributed to poor…

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Medical-Induced Halitosis

 Many people that have halitosis don’t understand where it comes from. They practice superior oral care, have no oral conditions or diseases, stay away from odorous foods and abstain from smoking. In cases like these, many times the halitosis can be explained by medical conditions or diseases the individual has completely unrelated to their mouth….

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Halitophobia, Average Malodor & Clinical Halitosis

Every year, clients come to the Center for Breath Treatment and explain the frustration and embarrassment they have been suffering from due to their bad breath. They claim to have tried everything under the sun, and yet nothing will cure their bad breath. In some cases, I inch a bit closer, only to discover there…

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