“My neighbor’s bad breath is scaring me.”
I’m Doctor Anderson with Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry. I’d like to take a few minutes to share with you some facts about bad breath.
Brushing just the teeth may not remove bits of food between the teeth and up in the gums. Bacteria can grow and stink from hidden floss-only locations. Gently brushing the gums, sides of the mouth, and the tongue in addition to the teeth may make the difference.
Also, the food you are eating can influence the odor in your mouth. Onions, garlic, and coffee are likely to show up on the breath regardless of consistent brushing.
Illness, infection, and allergies can all cause salivation issues which in turn upset the control of bacteria in the mouth. Diabetes, kidney failure, radiation therapy, liver malfunction, dry mouth, or even a head cold can cause an odor. The microbe balance in the mouth is ever-changing.
Finally, dentures or a removable appliance may also carry bacteria that needs to be cleaned and freshened up on a regular basis.
1. Brush and floss the teeth as well as brush the tongue, gums, and sides of the mouth.
2. Enjoy onions and garlic a little less.
3. Stay on top of health issues.
4. Keep dentures clean.
Again, I’m Doctor Russell Anderson. Located at 1415 Wooten Lake Rd NW Ste 300 Kennesaw, Georgia. We offer Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, and dental implants just to name a few of our services.
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Contact Russell Anderson Jr. Dentistry:
770-419-2535
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1415 Wooten Lake Rd NW Ste 300
Kennesaw, Georgia
30144
