Be Careful, That Bad Breath Could Mean Gum Disease

Bad breath (also called halitosis) can be caused by several things, including what you recently ate and how often you brush your teeth. But the problem is that bad breath can also be a sign you have gum disease. If untreated, gum disease can make your gums bleed and your teeth to get loose and fall out.

That’s why you need to call our Burke, VA dental office today at 703-978-5253 and make an appointment for gum disease treatment. Our Burke dentists can determine if your halitosis is caused by gum disease and then treat it before it gets worse.