Bad Breath (halitosis)
 While bad breath might be a symptom of some other disorder, it most likely stems from dental decay and periodontitis.
Periodontitis is a disease affecting gums and bone that support
the teeth, and it results from inadequate tooth brushing and
flossing. In this disease, the irritated gums pull away from the
teeth and form pockets between the teeth and the gums. These pockets
fill with bacteria and pus which give off a foul odor.
Patients with bad breath need a complete dental evaluation. If
gum disease and/or dental decay is diagnosed, it can be treated
readily. The patient will no longer have an infection in his or her
mouth, and he or she will no longer have the embarrassment of bad
breath.
If you have questions regarding halitosis, please call our office.
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