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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