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Halitosis (Bad Breath) Treatments

Halitosis, an oral condition that causes bad breath, is a problem that is easily treated.

No one wants to worry about bad breath—and yet it’s more common than you might imagine. At our dental atelier, we take a thoughtful approach to prevention and care, helping you maintain lasting freshness and confidence in every smile.

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Since your mouth houses several sources of bacteria, bad breath can also be caused by several factors. Here are some of the main causes of halitosis.

Specific Food Items

The foods you eat can definitely impact your oral health. Foods with large amounts of garlic and onions can affect your breath.

Poor Oral Hygiene

If you don’t brush and floss regularly, or miss out on regular dental checkups, food will continue to build up in your mouth and teeth. In addition to forming plaque and tartar, that buildup can also create an unpleasant odor in your mouth.

Gum Disease

A symptom of periodontal disease is foul-smelling breath and experiencing an unpleasant taste in your mouth.

Dry Mouth

Your mouth produces saliva to cleanse itself and remove any food particles that remain after a meal. If you’re suffering from dry mouth, the decrease in saliva production means that self-cleaning process can’t happen, and bad breath occurs as a result.

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