Dr. Tracey Tabor Williams offers a variety of general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and hygiene solutions as owner of a family dental practice in Indiana. Committed to her patients' oral health, Dr. Tracey Williams provides breath care as part of her practice's hygiene service. Though common and physically painless, bad breath can cause a patient significant shame and embarrassment. Fortunately, regular quality dental care addresses many of the root causes of bad breath and in turn can help a patient to feel more confident. Bad breath is often a cause of poor dental hygiene, which causes particles of food to lodge in spaces between the teeth and near the gum line. This food generates the growth of odor-causing bacteria, but twice-daily brushing and flossing combined with semiannual dental visits help to keep these bacteria at bay. Similarly, bacteria in the mouth may lead to odor-producing gum disease. As plaque builds up on teeth, it causes irritation and infection of the gums. Patients with dry mouth may be particularly susceptible to odor-causing oral infections, as moisture in the mouth helps to wash away bacteria and foreign particles. A dental professional may be able to help a patient support saliva production and thus reduce a patient's risk of infection, while also addressing any present condition that leads to odors on the breath. Comments are closed.
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