Roswell Dentist Speaks Out on Bad Breath

What do Barney, Puff the Magic Dragon, Norbert ( Harry Potter), Elliot(Pete's Dragon), and Mushu (Mulan) have in common? Why they are all dragons, of course! So,...logic would tell us that they should have dragon breath. Let's let them have their claim to fame!
People shouldn't have dragon breath. It is not pleasant and can be a symptom of medical and dental conditions that require a visit to your doctor or dentist. The most common cause of bad breath is simply bacteria. Nice, right? Bacteria lives all over our body; but loves our mouths. Think about it, our mouths are dark, damp, and provides a food source for the pesky microbes. Guess what, bacteria in themselves don't smell. Only their waste products. Great. Here are some words for you to chew on , so to speak...

•Cadaverine - the smell we associate with corpses.

•Putrescine - the compound responsible for much of the foul odor produced by decaying meat.

•Skatole - the characteristic smell of human fecal matter.

•Isovaleric Acid - the smell of sweaty feet.
 
These all can be present in your mouth. Feel like running and brushing and flossing. I know I do just reading this!
 
Not to worry. Excellent home oral hygiene and regular visits to your dental hygienist will be a great step toward fresh smelling breath!

Brian D. Johnson, D.M.D.
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 3076
770.993.9809
http://www.brianjohnsondmd.com/