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At Impressions Dental Center, we know bad breath can be a real downer, especially when you’re out on a date or at an important social function! However, we want you to know bad breath can be prevented!

Bad breath, or as Dr. Warren calls it “halitosis,” is caused by odor-producing bacteria that grows in your mouth. This bacteria gathers on bits of food in your mouth and between your teeth and release sulfur compounds making your breath smell.

Here are three ways you can prevent bad breath:

1. Brush your tongue.

3. Freshen your mouth.

Also, here are some common myths about halitosis:

Myth #1: Mouthwash will make my breath smell better

Mouthwash will make your breath smell better, but it is only a temporary fix. If you use mouthwash, just know that you will still need to brush and floss when you get the chance as mouthwash alone will not kill all of the bacteria producing germs in your mouth. When choosing a mouthwash, pick an antiseptic with plaque-reducing compounds. Also make sure any dental products you choose comes with the American Dental Association’s (ADA) seal of approval!

Myth #2: I brush my teeth; I will never have bad breath

Brushing your teeth will save you from having breath, but the truth is most people only brush their teeth for about 30-45 seconds! You need to brush your teeth for at least 2 minutes, twice a day to give your teeth a thorough cleansing. It’s also important to brush your tongue, which is where a majority of odor causing bacteria like to hang out. Lastly, flossing to remove food and plaque between the teeth will also help reduce your chances of having bad breath!

Myth #3: If I don’t smell it, then my breath is fresh

This is a false assumption in every sense of the word! The truth is that the breath you breathe out is not the same breath coming out when you talk to someone. When you breathe you are not using your throat as you do when you are talking; and when you talk more breath moves over the back of your mouth where bacteria is causing bad breath.

For more information on halitosis, we encourage you to give us a call at(242) 394-8600!

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Happy Monday!

Great question! At Impressions Dental, we think a child’s first visit to the dentist should be enjoyable and positive. The more you and your child know about the first visit, the better you will feel. Remember, kids are not born with a fear of the dentist, but they can fear the unknown. At our convenient Nassau office, Dr. Warren and our dedicated staff make a practice of using pleasant, non-frightening, simple words to describe your child’s first dental visit and treatment. We want you and your little one to feel at ease from the moment you walk through the door.

Typically, children should visit the dentist by their first birthday. It is important that your child’s newly-erupted teeth (erupting at 6-12 months of age) receive proper dental care and benefit from proper oral hygiene habits right from the beginning. Your child’s first tooth erupts between ages 6-12 months and the remainder of their 20 primary or “baby” teeth typically erupt by age 3.

If you have any questions about pediatric dentistry, or about your child’s treatment with Dr. Warren, please feel free to give us a call at (242) 394-8600. Or, ask us on Facebook!

A beautiful smile starts with excellent dental health. At Impressions Dental, our focus, everyday, is to gain your trust and confidence by providing exceptional customer service; your comfort is always our top priority. Our goal is to provide you and your family with beautiful, healthy smiles for a lifetime.

And speaking of smiling, in a March 2011 poll conducted by Glamour Magazine, people were asked, “If you had to pick between having perfect teeth, eyesight or hair, which would you choose?

Well, 44 percent of folks out there are choosing teeth! In addition, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, or AACD, conducted a study and found that 99.7 percent of those polled believed a smile is an important social asset. Respondents said straightness, whiteness, cleanliness, as well as the sincerity and sparkle of a person’s smile were all important factors not only socially, but career-wise as well.

Please feel free to contact our convenient Nassau dental office to schedule your appointment with Dr. Warren and learn about all the ways you can improve and maintain your oral health for a lifetime of smiles.

We look forward to hearing from you!