7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath | La Costa Dental Excellence

Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked:

Poor oral hygiene
Digestive problems
Systemic infection
Bacteria on dentures
Gum disease
Food particles on tonsils
Dry mouth

At La Costa Dental Excellence, we can help you with this painful problem. If your bad breath is the result of poor oral hygiene, you’re in luck—this is one of the best types to treat. If you have visited our dental blog before, you know step one: make sure you brush for a full three minutes and floss before you climb into bed.

Men and women who have no idea how long they brush can set a timer (there is probably one on your smartphone). In addition to cleaning tooth surfaces, scrub your tongue! Then take the time to carefully floss around each tooth to clean away the plaque between your teeth and keep your gums healthy.

Some extra-careful oral hygiene pros brush after each meal to prohibit particles of food from sitting on their teeth during the day. In addition to freshening your breath, practicing correct oral hygiene will improve your health.

Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination, Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth will determine whether you have a dental problem that is contributing to your breath.

Possible dental causes are: a cavity, a broken crown, or gum disease. If we suspect that your bad breath is associated with a non-dental condition, such as a respiratory infection, you will be referred to an appropriate medical professional.

Treating bad breath starts with a visit to La Costa Dental Excellence. In addition to general dental care, we provide a complete menu of dental services including Invisalign, sedation dentistry, and implant-supported dentures. Call 760-633-3033 today!