There are some things that are perfectly normal when it comes to experiencing less than pleasant breath. If you eat a clove of garlic, well … you’re not going to be very popular! However, there are other situations that may come up in which you have bad breath and it’s not just a passing problem due to the meal or snack you just ate. Sometimes, it can have more to do with your oral health or your habits! Let our Virginia Beach, VA team explain some of these circumstances, so you’ll know just what to do to make things better.
Your Breath Is Really Yucky In The Morning
Yes, morning breath is a thing. However, if you find that no matter what you do, your breath is horrendous in the morning and even beyond your morning brushing routine, there’s not much improvement, this might mean something is off. You may be dealing with dry mouth, particularly if you’re snoring at night, which is letting bacteria build up. It could be that you have an existing problem like decay that’s causing the issue. Since there are so many factors that could be involved, our suggestion is for you to come in for a dental visit!
The Odor From Your Meal Lasts Days
Our team wants you to recognize that if you eat something that’s very strongly seasoned, it’s definitely normal for bad breath to follow for a few hours. However, if the breath issue continues for days and you’re fairly certain it’s from that initial meal, you may not be getting your smile clean enough. Take a moment to review your dental hygiene habits. You should be brushing your teeth two times every day, including once in the morning and then one more time at night. Then, you should floss one time daily. If you’re not on track, food may be getting stuck and remaining between teeth or in crevices. You may be letting bacteria build up. If you’re not sure what’s wrong or doing better with your dental care at home isn’t working, call us!
Your Care Is On Track But Your Breath Isn’t
Maybe you’re incredibly on track with your dental care but you still have bad breath. If this happens, it could mean that there’s something else going on. You may have developed tooth decay or an infection. You might be dealing with dry mouth. Rather than wait it out, come in for a dental visit, so we can quickly determine and address the cause!
See Us For Dental Care To Address Bad Breath
Don’t be shy if you are having problems with your breath. Instead, let us help you get back to good breath by scheduling a visit. Contact Absolute Dental Care today in Virginia Beach, VA to schedule a visit by calling (757) 428-7440. We proudly welcome patients Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Hampton, Eastern Shore, and all surrounding communities.
