Bad Breath - Halitosis

Are you embarrassed about bad breath and halitosis?

This is a common complaint and affects many people. But rest assured help is at hand from our Sheffield based dental practice.

Simply call the practice today for an appointment on 0114 224 5070 or request an appointment online.

Rest assured we will be understanding and listen to your concerns, then simply offer practical solutions to this embarrassing problem.

There's more information below on the causes and cure for bad breath

Halitosis Causes

It can be caused by a number of issues such as:

Odours released from bacteria on your teeth and gums.
Eating stong food such as garlic or spices
Smoking
Nasal and stomach ulcers
Gaps in teeth trapping food which then stagnates

As a dental practice there is little we can do about smoking, ulcers or your diet , but there is great deal we can do to help with halitosis caused by poor dental hygiene on your teeth and gums.

Halitosis Cures

If you have space between your teeth that are trapping food, it may be possible to treat this in a number of ways:

Dental Veneers or crowns to close the spaces be changing the shape of the teeth
Orthodontics to move teeth physically closer together
Dental Bonding, small amounts of a tooth coloured material bonded to your tooth

We'd also also recommend a visit to our hygienist who will be able to let you know if there is a dental reason for having halitosis.

In some cases using a tongue scraper can also help relieve the bad breath by removing the bacteria on your tongue which smells.

Our hygienist will show you how to use a tongue scraper effectively.

Halitosis is an embarrassing problem, and we are here to help find the best solution for you, so contact S10 Dental today