Could You Have Gum Disease?
Periodontal disease, (aka gum disease) is painless in its early stages. So how can you tell if it's in your future? Take a good look at your gums. Then call us. Do your gums bleed—at all—when you brush? Are your [...]
Dealing With Bad Breath
Do you have bad breath? Also known as halitosis, the condition may cause embarrassment and self-consciousness, but it can also mean there is a problem with your oral health. So, take action by finding the cause and the treatment! Call [...]
Making Bad Breath Go Away
Where Bad Breath Comes From Most, but not all, bad breath comes from bacterial plaque and food accumulated mainly towards the back of the tongue. The problem is, there are all sorts of not-likely-but-possible other reasons for halitosis: upset stomach, anxiety, [...]
Treating Halitosis
Whether you call it dragon breath, morning breath, or halitosis, persistent bad breath is not only socially embarrassing, it can also be a sign of poor oral hygiene, periodontal disease, digestive problems, and even sinus trouble. And all the mouthwashes [...]
Bad Breath? Get A Checkup!
We all hate bad breath, aka halitosis. It's annoying, offputting, and of course, embarrassing. But, in terms of your oral health, bad breath can be a symptom of more significant problems. Especially if there is a sudden, unexplained change, it [...]
Does Mouthwash Work?
Should I Use Mouthwash? Mouthwash (also called a mouth rinse or just a rinse) are liquids that are squished around in the mouth and then discarded. They come in a wide variety of solutions with different intended purposes and active [...]
Dry Mouth and What it Means
There are few things more uncomfortable than a dry mouth. It can make it hard to speak, impossible to swallow, and it might seem like you're overly thirsty. If this happens just once in a while, it's probably nothing to [...]
Why Tongue Brushing?
Tongue brushing for better breath and better oral health. You might think tongue brushing is a waste of time. Or perhaps you just never thought of incorporating it into your routine. After all, you can't get cavities or tooth decay [...]
Bad Breath, A Bad Sign
Do You Have Bad Breath? Get treatment and see a dentist in Salinas, CA. We all know that bad breath can be embarrassing socially, but it could be a symptom of more serious dental problems. It may be tempting to [...]
Cleaning Your Tongue
Tongue, Brushing, Scraping, Etc. Cleaning Your tongue to prevent bad breath & improve oral health. One of the best ways to make sure your breath is fresh and clean is to make sure that your tongue is healthy and clean [...]
