Conditions · Bad breath
Bad breath (halitosis)
Persistent bad breath usually has a cause we can find and treat, often something simple. Dr. Monzer Shakally explains what drives it and how to address it for good in the video below.
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Answers from Dr. Shakally on candidacy, the process, timeline, and what to expect.
The most common causes are active decay, gum disease, or infection. Once those are ruled out, we look at things like dry mouth, diet, and the bacteria that collect on the tongue.
Halitosis is just the clinical term for chronic bad breath, as opposed to the occasional morning or after-a-meal kind that everyone gets.
Yes, and they are the main reason we see it. Treating the decay or gum disease usually clears up the breath along with it.
They can. Partially covered wisdom teeth trap bacteria that are hard to clean, which can lead to odor, so they are worth checking.
First we treat any underlying disease. From there, an alcohol-free mouthwash, tongue cleaning, and staying hydrated to fight dry mouth all help. I do not promote any one brand.
If it is caused by a dental problem, treating that problem solves it. If it is just occasional, simple habits like water and sugar-free gum keep it in check.
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