What is Your Bad Breath Telling You?

Out mouth is home to thousands of germs and bacteria so it is no wonder that our breath may stink from time to time. The foods we eat and the liquids we drink can have an immediate effect on our breath as is the case when eating something full of garlic or drinking strong coffee. But what else could your bad breath be telling you?

For some bad breath is a sign of a bigger dental issue. Bad breath that lasts more than a day or comes back shortly after brushing your teeth may be a sign of tooth decay, gum disease, or insufficient saliva. Additionally poor dental work such as ill fitting bridges or fillings can create spaces in your teeth for bacteria to hide. With proper attention all of these things can be treated.

If you have bad breath and are concerned about the cause, contact our office to schedule your consultation with Dr. Loftus. He will get to the root of your Halitosis and work with you to develop a dental plan to be rid of your bad breath.

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