Why does my breath smell bad when I wear a mask?

Why does my breath smell bad when I wear a mask? You are not alone if you have been wondering to yourself “Why does my breath smell bad when I wear a mask?”.  Many people are realizing that their breath isn’t quite as fresh as it seemed now that they are wearing masks. So why […]

Top 5 Foods Known to Cause Bad Breath

Some foods taste so good, but cause such bad breath it seems almost impossible to alleviate. Here are the top five foods known to cause unpleasant breath and the reasons why.

All About Mouth-Breathing

The most common cause for mouth-breathing is an obstruction in the nasal passages, but did you know that breathing this way can impact your oral health?

Pros and Cons of Electric Toothbrushes

Are electric toothbrushes better at cleaning our teeth than a manual toothbrushes? To find out, let’s explore the pros and cons of electric toothbrushes.

Foods That Mask Bad Breath

Bad breath isn’t uncommon. But did you know you could mask bad breath with some really common foods? Sometimes mints aren’t the best choice after lunch!

Portland, OR Dentist Discusses the Causes and Prevention of Bad Breath

One of most popular questions I get asked as a dentist in Portland, OR is what causes bad breath, and what can be done to prevent it from occurring. 90% of the cause of bad breath originates in the mouth. It is caused by the bacteria naturally found in the mouth. The bacteria break down […]

How to Avoid Bad Breath

Have you ever talked to someone with bad breath and you didn’t say anything to them? Many people don’t even realize they have bad breath, maybe you mentioned something to them and they were embarrassed. Here at TenderCare Dental, we get alot of patients asking us about bad breath and ways to avoid it. There […]