If you are eating a diet that is low in carbohydrates to lose weight, you may have a problem with bad breath. It is estimated that nearly 63% of people on low-carb diets suffer from halitosis. The reason for this rests with the fact that a certain amount of carbohydrates is necessary for the body to effectively burn fat. Without these needed carbs, the body must modify the way it burns fat by producing “ketones,” which are the chemicals that impart a bad odor of breath. If you are a fan of diets such as the South Beach Diet or the Atkins Diet, you may want to brush more often, drink more water, and chew more sugarless gum.

Bad breath can be the result of a wide variety of causes. Although dental disease (gum disease and/or tooth decay) is a frequent culprit, there is no shortage of other potential sources. If ythe onset of your bad breath was after your last dental checkup, it would be a good idea to have another dental exam, if only to rule out the usual suspects. At the office of Dr. Susan Weinberg, DMD we keep abreast of all the new techniques that are available in today’s world of dentistry. Call 503.968.1696 today and schedule an appointment. We’re located at 9735 SW Shady Lane, Suite 307 where we are currently accepting new patients. We provide excellence in dentistry.

P.S. Another effective way to fight halitosis is to scrape the tongue daily, from back to front.