Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to communicate with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you worry about bad breath.
Perhaps your breath is not as a pleasant as you had hoped. Bad breath is a worry and possible embarrassment for many. Regular dental checkups at Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht can help alleviate your concern over bad breath. We have been addressing bad breath since 1976.
The technical term for bad breath is halitosis. Many factors can cause or contribute to halitosis. One of these factors is the food you eat. Onions and garlic are both known for having a potent affect on your breath. Simply observing the foods you eat can result in a change in your breath.
Bad breath usually originates in your mouth. Transient bad breath can be resolved through eating or brushing, and is a temporary condition usually associated with a dry mouth. Persistent bad breath can be a serious problem affecting as much as 25 percent of our patients. It can be caused by dry mouth and made worse when food is not cleared away properly.
Brushing and flossing daily is a key step in curing bad breath. Food particles can build up in your mouth and foster bacteria which can cause bad breath. This not only includes the food particles that may get stuck between your teeth, but also the food that collects around your gums or on your tongue. Brushing and flossing daily can help reduce the amount of food particles that stay in your mouth and cause bad breath. Regular visits can also reduce or eliminate the progression of bad breath.
Other factors to look at include dry mouth, tobacco use, and detrimental health concerns such as infections. Come visit Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht. We’ll provide you with information about bad breath in a professional environment. Give us a call at 718-761-5757 to set up an appointment.
Contact Staten Island Dental Care – Dr. Frederick Hecht: 718-761-5757
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1520 Richmond Ave
Staten Island, New York
10314
