Stop bad breath

Breathe A Little Easier: Battling Bad Breath

                                   - Your Bad Breath Could be Temporary or Chronic -

             Think you have a problem with bad breath? You are not alone. We all have bad breath sometimes. There are two kinds of bad breath. Transitory bad breath is short lasting and usually comes from eating foods such as garlic or onions. Chronic bad breath is the long-lasting type, also known as halitosis. National statistics show that one in four people suffer from chronic bad breath.

             “There are a number of factors that can contribute to either condition,” says Dr. Glen Spinelli of the Spinelli Dental Group. “Food particles in your mouth, bacteria, medicine, dry mouth, smoking, alcohol, and illness are all contributors to bad breath.”

            Hundreds of millions of dollars are spent each year on mouthwash alone. Billions of dollars are spent annually on gum and mints. Mouthwash, gum and mints are good solutions for temporary bad breath.

            “If you are going to use a mouthwash for bad breath, use one that is alcohol-free,” says Dr. Spinelli. “Read the labels, most mouthwashes contain alcohol, which can actually perpetuate bad breath.”

Dr. Spinelli adds that there things you can do to help combat bad breath, including:

·         Practice regular dental hygiene

·         Scrape your tongue

·         Drink plenty of water:

·         Chewing gum (sugarless)

·         Change your diet

         “If your morning breath does not go away after brushing your teeth, then you could have chronic bad breath,” says Dr. Spinelli. “If that’s the case you want to go see your dentist to get help with the condition.”

Glen Spinelli, D.D.S. and Peter Grace, D.D.S. own and operate their established general and cosmetic dentistry practice, Spinelli Dental that has been serving the Rochestercommunity since 1966.  The doctors at Spinelli Dental and their staff of 9 employees provide patients with progressive dental services to promote healthy smiles.  The practice’s services include gum disease and oral cancer screenings, non-surgical gum treatments for gingivitis and periodontal disease, cleaning, teeth whitening options, porcelain veneers/facings, Invisalign® invisible braces, and mercury-free porcelain or composite resin on lays and fillings.  Spinelli Dental is located at 2070 Lyell Avenue Suite 200 Gates, N.Y.