Fresh breath aids to use at home
Professional care matters, and so do the habits and aids you use between visits. Below is a plain-English summary of aids discussed in Suzanne’s notes for The Fresh Breath Centre. 1. Water Water is essential for good oral health. It helps rinse away bacteria that contribute to bad breath and supports hydration, which affects saliva. […]
What is a WaterPik / water flosser?
A water flosser (sometimes called a WaterPik) uses a stream of water to clean between the teeth and along the gumline. It can be a helpful addition to brushing, especially for people with implants, crowns, or braces. Reported benefits Based on the material supplied for this article (including laboratory data cited in Suzanne’s source graphic): […]
Interdental cleaning: is it essential for fresher breath?
Biofilm loves hiding between your teeth. Those tiny interdental spaces are a perfect place for plaque to build up, often unnoticed. Once you are shown how to disrupt and remove it effectively, the difference can be remarkable: healthier gums fresher breath a cleaner smile Is interdental cleaning essential? For most people, yes. Brushing alone does […]
What is halitosis (bad breath)?
Halitosis, or bad breath, is a set of unpleasant or offensive odours that come from the mouth. Most people experience it at some time. For some it is morning breath. For others it becomes a persistent problem that affects confidence and daily life. What is often involved? Sulphur-producing oral bacteria Biofilm (plaque) on teeth and […]
Saliva and fresh breath: why moisture matters
Saliva is very important to the health of the teeth and gums. It helps keep a balance of bacteria needed for oral health. When saliva flow changes, both teeth and gums can be affected. What can change saliva flow? Diet and hydration Medications Medical issues How we assess it These factors are discussed in a […]
The clock is ticking: how long do you give your oral hygiene?
We organise family life, household chores, work, and personal hygiene. Oral hygiene belongs on that same priority list. Many people underestimate how long effective cleaning really takes. Questions worth asking yourself How long do you prioritise your oral hygiene each day? How long do you spend brushing your gums and teeth? Do you brush twice […]
A closer look at your oral health: microscope and biofilm
Seeing the bacteria in your own mouth can change how you think about oral health. At The Fresh Breath Centre, we show you. Under the microscope We use an OMAX microscope to examine the bacteria found in dental plaque, also called biofilm. A small plaque sample is placed on a slide so we can capture […]
What is EMS Airflow and how does it help fresher breath?
EMS Airflow is an advanced dental hygiene treatment used at The Fresh Breath Centre in Marylebone. It uses a high-velocity stream of compressed air, warm water, and a fine specialty powder (typically erythritol or sodium bicarbonate) to gently remove: How EMS Airflow works A fine mist of water and powder reaches the deepest pits, fissures, […]