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Let’s talk about something no one really wants to talk about: bad breath. Halitosis happens every now and then, but when it sticks around, it’s your mouth’s gentle way of saying it could use some help.
At Smith Haven Dental, we look at halitosis not as an embarrassment, but as a clue. Your breath tells us what’s going on inside your mouth. Once we understand the cause, our St. James dentists can find the right way forward.
Halitosis is a nuisance, but it’s also more than that. We don’t just mask your symptoms. Our team treats the source. Some of the most common:
Saliva is nature’s mouthwash. When it’s low, odors linger.
Dry mouth can increase your risk of cavities, gum disease, and other oral health problems. Don’t underestimate it!
Coffee, garlic, and tobacco are repeat offenders.
If your halitosis is from lifestyle causes, we can offer tips and products to banish it.
When gums are infected, they can lead to bad breath.
Look out for bleeding while brushing, painful, swollen gums, and teeth that look longer.
Halitosis could indicate a deep cavity or cracked tooth.
It can target the immediate source of your problem. We can then give you the skills to prevent cavities—and halitosis—from happening again.
Saliva is nature’s mouthwash. When it’s low, odors linger.
Dry mouth can increase your risk of cavities, gum disease, and other oral health problems. Don’t underestimate it!
When gums are infected, they can lead to bad breath.
Look out for bleeding while brushing, painful, swollen gums, and teeth that look longer.
Coffee, garlic, and tobacco are repeat offenders.
If your halitosis is from lifestyle causes, we can offer tips and products to banish it.
Halitosis could indicate a deep cavity or cracked tooth.
It can target the immediate source of your problem. We can then give you the skills to prevent cavities—and halitosis—from happening again.
Multiple possible causes of bad breath mean we offer multiple paths to refreshing your smile.
Food choices, brushing techniques, flossing tips—our adjustments are personalized to you.
We can point you to the best products and tools, from water flossers to therapeutic mouthwashes.
We match our treatment plans to your condition, finding solutions that work for gum disease and for you.
If decay or damage is the culprit, we offer cracked tooth repair and other restorative treatments.
One of the main hiding places for odor-causing bacteria is below the gum line. We can target that with scaling and root planing (SRP), also called a dental deep cleaning. By gently cleaning under the gums and smoothing the tooth roots, we give bacteria fewer places to set up shop, providing you with a truly fresh start.
Dental visits don’t have to feel clinical. With cozy blankets, neck pillows, TVs, and even a waiting-room beverage bar, we’ve created a space where you can actually relax, even at the dentist.
With over 40 years of combined experience, we bring expertise and heart to every patient we see. Modern dentistry with old-fashioned values? That’s us, and we can’t wait to show you the difference.
We don’t believe in “hopeless cases.” No matter where you’re starting from, we’ll find a way to help you eat, talk, and smile with confidence. Because every smile deserves a second chance.
There’s no need to keep masking the problem when we can treat it at its source. If you’re ready to say goodbye to bad breath for good, book a visit to Smith Haven Dental today for our St. James halitosis treatment.