About Bad Breath
Medically known as halitosis, bad breath plagues countless men and women at some point in their life. Our Long Beach dentists at Emigh Dental Care understand how embarrassing this issue can be, which is why we offer a variety of treatments to alleviate bad breath. Temporal or chronic bad breath can be caused by a lack of proper dental hygiene, dry mouth, hunger, or food. Tooth decay and gum disease are also common contributing factors as well. Our practice will perform a thorough exam to determine the leading cause of the halitosis and recommend the most ideal treatment for everyone. However, the first step in bad breath therapy is often to undergo a professional dental cleaning from one of our talented hygienists. Call our Long Beach, CA office today to schedule an appointment so we can provide the proper steps to restore fresh breath.
Plaque and Tartar
A leading cause of poor dental hygiene is plaque and tartar buildup, which are great contributors to bad breath. Plaque is a bacterial film that sticks to and covers the teeth. When it's not removed by routine brushing, or if there is trailing residue left behind after brushing, plaque often turns into tartar. Unfortunately, tartar is very difficult to remove, as it's a hardened substance that often clings to the base of the teeth. Tartar buildup can lead to gum disease like gingivitis or periodontitis.
What to Expect
Once a full dental exam has been completed, our dentists will determine the next step in treatment. Typically, patients will first receive a thorough dental cleaning to remove any plaque or tartar buildup. The removal of sticky plaque and hardened tartar will help to significantly improve the bad breath. However, if a more serious issue such as tooth decay is detected, an additional appointment may be necessary for an extraction.
Treatment Aftercare
Proper dental hygiene is key to maintaining fresh breath. Therefore, flossing and brushing the teeth regularly, especially after meals is essential. Routine dental cleanings will also further a patient's oral health and promote clean breath as well. Our dentists will be able to show specific brushing techniques that will assist patients in their fight against bad breath and may provide them with a specific type of mouthwash or toothpaste. If bad breath continues, patients may need to visit their primary physician to rule out other health problems such as acid reflux or gastrointestinal issues which may be contributing to the chronic bad breath.
Emigh Dental Care Reviews
Dr.Wong is a skilled talented professional. Their tools are cutting edge which includes 3D imaging to produce the best quality products. The staff is always top notch. My family has been a happy customer over 30 years.
Hands-down, the best practice around. We drive 45 minutes specifically be taken care of here! There’s no one else I would trust with my family’s dental care!
10/10 I have already started to recommend my dentist to friends and family! Never have I left saying I love a dentist’s office. BUT that is what I told my husband as soon as I left! We both would love to continue coming here and I hope we still can. I learned they will stop carrying my dental insurance soon so here’s hoping it all works out still! There is no way you could regret coming here! EVERYONE is so friendly, it’s clean and they think of everything! Coffee station, mirrors with floss Mini chopsticks, warm, blankets, vibrating chairs the list goes on! Please do your self a favor and try them out! #favoritedentist
Had my first experience with Emigh Dental, and it was everything I was told it would be. The staff, starting with the ladies at the front desk to the young lady who took my x-rays were friendly and professional. Tammy, my hygienist was tender, thorough, informative and professional. .I can say nothing less for Dr.Wong. It seems an easy transition coming from my previous dentist Dr.David Hillinger (ret) whose staff treated me for nearly 20years. Dr. Hillinger was not only a proficient dentist he truly cared for his patients.I once cracked a tooth on a Friday evening and was in serious pain. Dr.Hillinger had no hesitation arranging to treat me the following day despite his office being closed. That said I get the feeling Emigh may be a practice I can put faith in.
Everyone is very professional, thoughtful and demonstrate great expertise! Thank you!
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Rid embarrassing bad breath today by calling Emigh Dental Care in Long Beach, CA. Our talented dentists can provide you with a personalized bad breath therapy plan that will yield positive results. Sometimes, a simple teeth cleaning or short education session on proper dental brushing and hygiene is all it takes to eliminate chronic bad breath.