Although almost fifty percent of the adults in the United States suffer from gum disease, most people are not aware that they have it, and do not understand the need to treat it. Gum disease can lead to lost teeth, bad breath and damage to your jaw. However, the damage can be much greater than… Read more »
Posts Tagged: bad breath
Beating Back Bad Breath
Occasionally, everyone suffers from bad breath or halitosis. Often, the culprit is the anchovies we had on our pizza, the onions in our salad, or some other ingredient from breakfast or lunch. Bad breath may also be caused by poor oral hygiene habits. Plaque and bacteria are constantly growing in your mouth, and your tongue… Read more »
Bad Breath: The Causes
Have you ever suffered from bad breath? If you have, there are quite a number of things you can try to cover your bad breath. Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do if your bad breath returns on a regular basis. You could try mouthwash and chewing gum. Having bad breath treated… Read more »
Tobacco, Your Teeth, and Your Health
You probably know that using tobacco can lead to serious problems like heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer, but do you know what happens to your teeth when you use tobacco products? One of the first things you should know about using tobacco is that it will yellow your teeth. Unfortunately, once this happens there’s… Read more »
Tips and Techniques for Cleaning Your Tongue
Of course, your teeth and gums are not the only things in your mouth that can benefit from inclusion in your daily oral hygiene regimen. Your tongue has a lot of rough surfaces can sometimes harbor bacteria. This can even lead to bad breath issues and cause plaque to form easier in your mouth. After… Read more »
