Simply Dentistry is your partner in tackling tricky halitosis. If you’re self-conscious about your bad breath, the solution isn’t in the mouthwash aisle at the grocery store. Instead, it’s at our San Bruno dentist office. We can eliminate the root cause of bad breath, ensuring that you enjoy long-lasting freshness. With customized treatment plans designed for your unique needs, you can expect results that truly cater to you. Most importantly, you’ll walk away with a renewed sense of confidence in both social and professional settings.
We all know that eating garlic bread or French onion soup at lunch is liable to give you bad breath for the afternoon. But what about bad breath that doesn’t have an easily identifiable source? Or halitosis that sticks around? The usual culprit is plaque, a layer of bacteria that forms on your teeth and gums if you don’t brush or floss enough. Left to linger, plaque not only gives you bad breath, but can also inflame your gums, eventually causing gum disease. Since gum health is paramount, it’s important to address halitosis before it goes on for too long.
At Simply Dentistry, preventing and treating gum disease is one of our specialties. For early cases, we can help you brush and floss better with products tailored to your specific needs. For more persistent halitosis, we use scaling and root planing (SRP). The treatment is akin to giving your gums a fresh start.
For this deep cleaning method, Dr. Christina Chen and the rest of our team meticulously remove plaque and tartar build-up that brushing alone can’t tackle. We do that by scaling first—cleaning off plaque even down below the gum line. Then we do the root planing—smoothing out pockets on your teeth to keep bacteria from hiding and to help your gums reattach.
SRP is usually painless thanks to our modern local anesthesia techniques and equipment. However, we understand your apprehension. Our office is equipped to accommodate patients with special needs, including dental phobias and anxiety. If you’re worried about pain during your deep dental cleaning, let us know! We work to ensure that every aspect of your care is as comfortable as it is effective.
While professional care is essential for tackling deep-rooted dental issues, incorporating home remedies can be an effective supplementary strategy for maintaining fresh breath. Here are a few simple yet powerful practices you can adopt:
Simple but effective—drinking plenty of water stimulates saliva production, which naturally cleanses your mouth and reduces bad breath.
Regular brushing, flossing, and rinsing remove food particles and bacteria that are common culprits of halitosis.
Apples, carrots, and celery act as natural toothbrushes, cleaning teeth and freshening breath as you chew.
If you’re really worried about your breath, you can skip odorous foods like garlic and onions. While not a danger to your health, they have a reputation for lingering scents.
Incorporating these practices into your daily routine can enhance your oral health regimen and support the professional treatment you receive at Simply Dentistry.
Your bad breath concerns matter to us because they’re part of the bigger picture of your complete well-being. If you’re fed up with halitosis, contact Dr. Chen and the rest of our San Bruno dental care team for an appointment. Your treatment plan will be easy to follow but tough on plaque and bacteria. Reach out today online or at 650-588-4255.
I had my checkup today with Dr. Christina Chen and I can confirm that my concerns were unfounded. That’s great for me, since finding a competent and trustworthy dentist isn’t an easy task. I definitely recommend this dental practice. Dr. Christina Chen, her hygienists, and her staff are all excellent.
Dr. Christina Chen and the team are the best. They use the most modern equipment available and they always make sure comfort is always a priority. Their work is excellent from cleanings to extensive procedures. I highly recommend Dr.Chen and Simply Dentistry to everyone.
I was traveling on business and had a gold filling come out. I called and they were able to get me in the same day! Sheila, and Mel and Dr. Chen were so professional! A shout out to them and I highly recommend them!
I’ve been going to Simply Dentistry for years. The dentist and staff are all wonderful. They really care about their patients and take extra time to make anxious people like me extra comfortable. :)
