For most people, bad breath only happens after eating garlic or an onion-rich meal, or only in the mornings when they wake up. Unfortunately for others, bad breath is a persistent problem that no amount of brushing or flossing seems to resolve. In such cases, only a dentist can offer bad breath treatment effectively over the long term.

Read on to learn which bad breath treatment options are available for you.

Bad breath, also called halitosis, is a symptom of oral health problems. It is a bad odor coming from the mouth that most people consider socially unacceptable. Most people don't realize they have bad breath until a friend, relative, or coworker points it out, which is never a good experience. Bad breath can negatively impact your quality of life and relationships.

Your dentist in Boston may recommend bad breath treatment if you:

• have periodontal (gum) disease
• wear dentures
• use tobacco products
• have dry mouth
• use certain medications that cause bad breath as a side effect.

Before determining treatment for bad breath treatment, your dentist in Boston will conduct a thorough oral exam. This involves the dentist smelling the patient's breath or judging the smell from a tongue scraping, a line of dental floss, a nightguard, or a set of dentures. The dentist also checks your teeth and gums for wounds or infections that may cause bad breath. Finally, your dentist will use specific instruments that check the strength compounds that cause halitosis.

Bad breath treatments include:

• Teeth cleaning to remove plaque and tartar
• Antimicrobial mouthwash
• Dental extractions
• Denture replacements

Saliva stimulating medications for dry mouth

The only way to properly diagnose and treat bad breath is through a qualified dentist. Schedule your consultation with Arch Street Dental for a complete oral exam and bad breath treatment today.