Do You Have A Problem With Bad Breath?

Do you try not to get too close to people due to bad breath? A problem with your breath’s freshness can be embarrassing and ruin your social life. In addition, the issue can also be a sign of poor oral health, treating it can be crucial to safeguarding the health of your teeth and gums. If you have a problem with bad breath, then contact your dentist today.

Try Our Bad Breath Quiz

1. True or False: The foods you eat can impact your breath.
2. True or False: Oral bacteria can lead to halitosis.
3. True or False: Persistent issues can be a sign of a serious problem.
4. True or False: We have treatments available to help address the issue.

Answer Key

1. True. Certain foods, such as onions or garlic, can not only lead to problems with halitosis, but also permeate the lungs and intestines, making the issue hard to address. Cutting back on foods that contain pungent odors ca allow what’s currently in your body to fade and prevent future odor.
2. True. When we don’t take proper care of our smiles, oral bacteria can break down the food particles caught between our teeth. Doing so not only coats the teeth in plaque, irritating the gums and weakening tooth enamel, but also leaves a foul odor. By brushing and flossing daily, and having your teeth cleaned twice a year, you can reduce the risk of embarrassing odors.
3. True. Often, chronic bad breath is associated with periodontal disease. Without treatment, gum disease can eventually progress into periodontitis, threatening the stability of your teeth.
4. True. We can perform deep cleanings, offer special rinses, or even perform laser surgery to reduce the severity of gum disease.

ABOUT YOUR VERNON HILLS, IL, COSMETIC DENTIST:

Dr. Brent Engelberg and our highly-skilled team proudly serve patients and their families from Arlington Heights, IL, and all surrounding communities, including: Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, and the Northern and Northwest Chicago Suburbs. To learn more, schedule a consultation online, or call our office today at 847-259-8030.