"Hey Doc, Does My Breath Stink?

The other day I entered one of my treatment rooms, greeted my patient and asked him if he had any questions before we got started. His reply, "Hey Doc, Does my breath Stink?' It was hard for me to keep a strait face without laughing. I have been asked by dozens of patients about bad breath but none have asked me so bluntly. My patient and I had a discussion about halitosis or bad breath and I wanted to share a few causes and potential remedies for bad breath.

Some Causes of Bad Breath

• Diet- The foods we eat are absorbed into the bloodstream and enter the lungs where it is expelled. i.e Garlic Breath
• Dry Mouth-Saliva is necessary to help rid the mouth of particles that may cause bad breath
• Tobacco
• Medical Disorder- Disorders like Diabetes, GI problems, and local infections can cause bad breath
• Poor Oral Hygiene

Things That Can Help With Bad Breath

• Maintaining Good Oral Health
• Visit your dentist for regular cleanings
• Brushing at Least twice a day
• FLOSSING
• Brushing or Scrapping your tongue

Dr. Michael L Chandler, Complete Family Dentistry

1745 W 33rd St, Ste A Edmond, Ok 73013

405.330.4630

www.edmondsmiles.com