Patient's question:
I am 34 years old this year, and my teeth aren't in great condition. But I feel like bad breath comes from my stomach. I don't like spicy food, and I can even smell it myself. I think it's very embarrassing in some situations. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
That is due to poor oral hygiene, which includes tartar buildup. Typically, scaling and root planing (also known as professional cleaning) are used to thoroughly remove tartar, suppress plaque, treat swollen and bleeding gums, or prescribe antibiotics. If gingival hyperplasia occurs again, a gingivectomy may be necessary, which involves removing part of the gum to restore its physiological shape.To maintain and stabilize the therapeutic effect, it is essential to practice daily, thorough, and proper oral hygiene to completely remove plaque. For patients with halitosis, in addition to symptomatic treatment, dietary therapy can be used as supplementary treatment. In daily diet, it is crucial to avoid excessive hunger or fullness and never overeat.