My children keep telling me I have horrible breath. I brush every day, so I can ‘t figure out what the problem is. Mints aren’t helping. Do you have any suggestions? Brent W. – Little Rock, AR Brent, Bad breath is caused by bacteria. Though brushing is a good first step, you’ll need to also [...]
I have a bad breath odor in my mouth. I brush my teeth daily, but this doesn’t seem to help. What should I do? Henry in Jefferson, KY Dear Henry, Bad breath or a bad smell in your mouth can be caused by many issues. Most common is from the bacteria that are in your [...]
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My husband has tried a lot of different “cover-up” treatments for his bad breath…things like breath mints, gum, and special kinds of mouthwash. But I have a feeling that we’re only going to be able to make it better with the right kind of toothpaste. Do you have any info. or suggestions ? Jeanette in [...]
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My sister has been diagnosed with TMJ. I want to help her research this, and determine what her treatment options are. What exactly is it ? Michael from Abilene , TX Michael, “TMJ” stands for the temporomandibular joint, and there is one on each side of the head connecting the upper and lower jaws. It’s a [...]
Here at Naperville Dental Specialists, we want you to be as informed as possible when you make decisions about your dental health care. More and more research is indicating that dental health is intrinsically linked to whole body health, and so regular dental care becomes even more vital in maintaining your health and well-being.