Factors That Affect Bad Breath
Bad breath can be a result of poor dental hygiene but can also be a sign of other health problems.
Factors that affect bad breath include:
- Food
- Poor Oral Hygiene
- Lifestyle Habits
- Gum Disease
- Dry Mouth
- Chronic Illness
Bad Breath May Indicate It Is Time to Visit the Periodontist
Every person experiences bad breath (also called halitosis) at some point in his or her life. Often, the bad breath is caused by eating or drinking a certain food or beverage. After brushing and oral rinses, the odor goes away.
However, for people who have bad breath even after brushing and flossing, there is usually something amiss. Dr. Alejandro Kovacs and Dr. Tom M. Smith treat patients with halitosis in Longview, TX because we understand that bad breath can be a sign that problems are occurring within the oral environment.
Contact Us TodayWhy Dental Related Bad Breath Happens
Unlike bad breath caused by what we ingest, bad breath caused by dental problems is usually the result of bacteria that have accumulated between the gums and teeth. No matter how much a patient brushes or flosses, this bacterial buildup cannot be removed. This is why Dr. Kovacs often recommends gum surgery techniques, such as the LANAP® laser protocol, to address the causes of halitosis in Longview, TX.
Using advanced technologies like LANAP® laser gum treatment, we can clean between the gums and the teeth where “pockets” have formed. After these pockets have been thoroughly cleansed, the gums can be encouraged to adhere back to the teeth. This helps to avoid the progression of gum disease, as well as eliminates the bacteria that cause bad breath.
The majority of the time, halitosis is caused by oral bacteria. However, such a symptom can also be the result of respiratory conditions, diabetes, and acid reflux, among other health conditions.
Please know that although bad breath can be an embarrassing symptom, it is essential for you to take the first step and make a consultation with Dr. Kovacs in Longview, TX to discuss your concerns. Together, we can discover how to make your halitosis an experience of the past, and improve the health of your teeth and gums for the future.
