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  You have really bad breath, but you don't know what's causing it. Then you have the same worry as a lot of other people. Since there are many things that can cause bad breath, the treatment may be different from one person to the next. Many people who have this condition tend to focus more on how to treat it than on finding out why they have it. It goes without saying that finding the right cure is hard to do if you don't know the exact cause. So, here are some common reasons for bad breath gums and some suggestions for how to deal with them. Poor oral hygiene: One of the most obvious, but often overlooked, reasons for bad breath gums is not taking care of your teeth. People should brush and floss their teeth daily, but many seem to take this for granted. If you don't take care of your mouth properly, bacteria will grow, mainly if they can feed on food particles stuck between your teeth or in the back of your mouth. This can make your breath smell bad. If you want ...

Cracked teeth are not entertaining to deal with, and most of the time, a general dentist needs to do a   root canal treatment on them. Thanks to improvements in dental technology over the years, getting a root canal is not so bad. The procedure itself is pretty easy, and it helps a lot when a tooth is broken. Read on if you want to learn more. A quick guide to getting a root canal Here is an overview of what it's like to have a cracked tooth treated by a general dentist with root canal treatment. Those who don't know what to expect can benefit from understanding this information. Preparation The mouth will be ready for the root canal by a general dentist. There are several important steps, such as numbing the tooth and the area around it. This step is necessary for the procedure to happen because it gets rid of pain and makes sure the person is comfortable. Most of the time, numbing agents are given as a cream or a shot, and both work well. After the area is numbed, a sedativ...