You know that the primary way to protect your mouth so that you never end up with bad breath is to protect it with dental care. However, you may also know that even in the midst of what you feel is excellent maintenance, you sometimes still end up with a smelly smile that seems to betray the hard work you’ve been doing! What might be going on, you ask yourself? It might be something you can find out on your own or, you just might need to schedule a visit with your dental care provider for this one!
Strictly About Care
As dental care providers, we remind patients that the primary key to protecting your smile and your breath is proper care. It may seem simple and you may think it’s something you’re already doing. However, you might be missing something:
- If you aren’t brushing for a complete two minutes (two times each day), you’re not brushing enough
- If you’re forgetting to floss here and there (or every day) then you’re missing out on essential cleaning that protects breath
Certain Habits
There are certain habits that will make you more likely to end up with bad breath. Fortunately, you can expect a long list of examples from us, your dental care provider, if you’re searching but not finding any answers. Common problems including tobacco use, forgetting to clean your denture, etc.
Congestion Contributes
It’s very easy to overlook the fact that if you’re having problems with your breath, it may have something to do with the clarity of your airways. If you’re congested, post nasal drip can lend an unkindly odor. You may also be more prone toward breathing through your mouth, thereby creating dry mouth (and the unpleasant breath that comes with it).
Sort Out Bad Breath With Professional Care
Schedule your appointment with us for professional assistance when your bad breath isn’t getting any better! Visit us for a dental checkup in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
