Chronic Halitosis Treatment in Berkeley, CA
Alleviate Bad Breath Once and For All
In the past, most bad breath treatments have utilized mouthwashes and cosmetic breath mints, and these have generally proven to be quite ineffective at eliminating chronic bad breath condition. The reason is simple – they don’t address the underlying causes of the problem.
The only way to understand the underlying causes of a breath condition is to receive a thorough examination and be tested at our specialized clinic. Using any other type of methodology to treat this problem will result in failure because you’ll be engaging in a trial and error approach that, in reality, is just a guessing game.
Lots of websites promise magical cures and breath packages and they may even guarantee results, but through our years of experience, we have found these to usually be ineffective or even fraudulent. Obtaining an accurate diagnosis of your problem enables you and the doctor to have a good understanding as to what is causing your condition. This is the fundamental approach that’s used to treat any kind of health condition.
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Diagnosing Your Breath Condition
The best way to understand the causes of halitosis is to receive a thorough examination and testing at our Berkeley, CA clinic. Dr. Dailley feels the diagnosis of your breath condition needs to be taken seriously. He also understands that a proper diagnosis establishes the groundwork for the successful elimination of your chronic breath problem.
When you come to our specialized office, you’ll receive a thorough examination and be assisted by our helpful team. We’ll carefully investigate your medical health history at your initial appointment. Due to many potential causes of halitosis, we always take a combination approach to the treatment for each patient. This will ensure the best possible results.
In addition to the examination, Dr. Dailley will conduct an extensive interview with each patient. The goal of this is to educate the patient about their condition, take any necessary x-rays, and perform an analysis of their breath, sinus gasses, salivary flow, and saliva.
Alleviate Bad Breath For Good
Dr. Dailley and the team at Dailley Dental Care understand the importance of a diagnosis. A diagnosis can mean so much, from knowing exactly what is wrong, to providing a clear path of treatment. If you suffer from chronic bad breath, schedule a consultation at our Berkeley, CA office by calling 510-848-0114 or request an appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do when I realize I have chronic halitosis?
When you’re ready to treat your chronic halitosis, call us at (510) 848-0114 and schedule a consultation. Dr. Dailley will help you find a solution.
Is chronic halitosis serious?
While bad breath can be annoying and embarrassing, it’s not a serious medical condition—but it can certainly be a sign of an underlying health concern. The condition can be a sign of poor dental hygiene, or it could be an indicator of gastric reflux, diabetes, kidney disease, or liver disease.
When is bad breath considered chronic halitosis?
Bad breath is fairly common, but it’s usually something that occurs first thing in the morning or after eating something like garlic or onions. Halitosis remains for an extended amount of time, often even after brushing and flossing.
Why don’t mouthwash and breath mints work to treat chronic halitosis?
These methods may work to temporarily block your bad breath, but they won’t cure it. The reason is simple: They don’t address the underlying cause of the problem.