Stop Bad Breath Before It Gets You Down

You may not have time to address foul-smelling breath before August 6, which is National Fresh Breath Day. But your dentist can help stop bad breath before it gets you down. 

Your halitosis (chronic bad breath) may be caused by a dental issue like dry mouth, gum disease, or dental decay. Poor oral hygiene can also cause your breath to stink.

The solution may be as simple as adding a tongue scraper to your daily oral hygiene, stepping up your flossing efforts, or drinking more water. If gum disease is causing a bad odor, our team can eliminate the problem with a deep cleaning treatment. If a cavity is behind your bad breath, your dentist will treat it with a filling or a dental crown.

This short American Dental Association video reviews some common causes of bad breath. It also offers some suggestions for preventing it.

If following this advice doesn’t help, call Hunt Valley Dental at 410-864-1138 to schedule an appointment in Hunt Valley, MD.