Also known as halitosis, bad breath is that embarrassing odor that emanates from your mouth at seemingly the worst of times. Whether suffering from a daily case of morning breath, which affects nearly everyone, or a more persistent problem that you can’t seem to shake, bad breath can be caused by a number of different factors. Studies have estimated that around 80 million Americans suffer from chronic bad breath, so don’t feel alone on this. In fact, bad breath is the third most common reason that people visit the dentist for. In this article, we’re going to cover the various causes of bad breath as well as different treatment options so you can get back to enjoying life with minty fresh breath. What Causes Bad Breath Unfortunately, while it’s easy to diagnose halitosis, things get a little tricky when trying to pinpoint the exact cause. Below, we’ve covered some of the most common (and not so common) causes of bad breath so you can get a better idea of the culprit in your case. 1. Poor Dental Hygiene The most common cause of bad breath is the breakdown of food particles that are leftover in the mouth due to poor...

As a parent, it’s only natural to want to do everything for your kids, including brushing their teeth. While this is necessary during the early years, at some point, they have to learn how to do it all on their own. Don’t worry, it’s a lot easier than it sounds. If your kids are like most, they probably don’t enjoy brushing their teeth too much or try to rush through it so they can get back to having fun. To help out, in this article, we’ve outlined a few simple tips for teaching your kids how to brush their teeth the right way. 1. Lead By Example It’s no secret that kids love to mimic their parents, so this tip is going to be taking advantage of that. One of the best ways to begin teaching your kids how to brush their teeth is by letting them watch as you demonstrate with good technique. Once you’ve finished brushing your teeth, apply a small amount of toothpaste to their brush and guide them through the motions and different areas of the mouth. After a few lessons, they should begin picking it up on their own, allowing you to take a more...