If you find yourself constantly reaching for mouth mints or gum to cover up an embarrassing odor, you certainly are not alone. At the office of Cosmetic Dentist Sharon Schindler, serving Columbus and Powell, OH, we want you to know that you don’t have to live with the worry of bad breath!

Read on to learn what can be done in treatment of bad breath or halitosis:

* Contact your caring Cosmetic Dental office. Bad breath should definitely be evaluated by a professional. Chances are, the cause is from you mouth, in which case there is no better expert to advise you than Dr. Schindler. In some cases, however, bad breath can an indicator of another medical problem, and Dr. Schindler can refer you to a specialist.
* Proper at-home care. Brush your teeth at least twice daily with a soft-bristled brush. Floss once each day using proper technique (your friendly Columbus, OH dental hygienist can review this with you if need be).
* Limit odor-causing foods. Onions and garlic are major culprits!
* Regular teeth cleanings. Your knowledgeable dental hygienist at the office of Ohio Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Sharon Schindler can thoroughly clean odor causing deposits from your teeth, and recommend a schedule for regular maintenance.

We look forward to helping you toss the gum and be able to interact with friends, family and coworkers in confidence, free from the worry of halitosis

Here at the office of Ohio Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Sharon Schindler, we hear it time and time again. An ongoing concern of patients young and old, from varying walks of life is this: “Doctor, how can I get rid of my bad breath?” If this unpleasant situation is affecting you or someone close to you, we want you to know that there is most likely a solution!

In part one of our blog series on bad breath (known in the dental field as halitosis) we will look at some possible causes of this condition. Here is a list of probable origins of bad mouth odor:

* Food. The food we eat can affect our breath in two ways. First, some foods like onions or garlic have an odor which is transferred by the blood stream into our lungs and out in the air we exhale. Also, particles from any type of food we have eaten can emit a foul odor if they remain in the mouth long enough to collect bacteria.
* Tobacco use. Add bad breath to the long list of reasons to kick the habit! Both smoking and smokeless tobacco use can add to halitosis.
* Dry mouth (xerostomia). Adequate saliva flow helps cleanse the mouth of food particles, while enzymes in the saliva keep bacteria at bay. Dry mouth may be caused by certain prescription medications, as well as frequent mouth breathing.
* Inadequate or infrequent dental hygiene. This goes for at-home care, as well as regularly scheduled dental exams and cleanings!

Contact your friendly Columbus, OH Cosmetic Dental team, led by Dr. Sharon Schindler for more information on possible causes of halitosis!

Call our office to schedule an appointment for a thorough yet gentle teeth cleaning with our caring hygiene staff. Your mouth will also be screened for decay, periodontal disease, and oral cancers. This is a terrific opportunity for you to have all of your dental health questions answered by the highly-trained members of our team. Because the habits you maintain on a daily basis are the major determining factor in your dental health, we also take time during your visit to counsel and educate you on brushing and flossing techniques, diet, oral habits, etc. At your visit, you will get to know our knowledgeable, attentive staff while enjoying the relaxing atmosphere of our beautiful, spa-like facility.

Contact our office at your convenience to reserve an appointment. We are dedicated to helping you maintain a beautiful smile for a lifetime!

Dental implants are a state-of-the-art alternative to using a bridge in replacement of a single missing tooth, or a removable partial denture to remedy a span of missing teeth. An implant-supported single crown can fill out your smile without the need to drill on adjacent teeth. If you have lost multiple teeth in one area of the mouth, perhaps an implant-supported bridge is an option for you. Dental implants are a permanent, non-removable restoration, making them more convenient and natural-looking than partial dentures for multiple missing teeth. If you are a denture-wearer, you may be able to eliminate embarrassing slipping or loose dentures with the security of dental implants!

Dental implant placement is just one of the many services we are excited about offering to our patients who are seeking excellent care. Call our office today to schedule an appointment to determine if you are a candidate for dental implants, and get the process started!

Dr. Schindler is a graduate of the prestigious Las Vegas Institute (LVI) —a renowned center for cosmetic, TMJ, and neuromuscular dentistry. She is one of a few dentists nationwide to complete the comprehensive Full Mouth Reconstruction curriculum at LVI and has been recognized as a leader in the field of TMD (Temporal Joint Dysfunction), the treatment of chronic head, neck & facial pain www.leadingdentists.com. Dr. Schindler was also named in the 2005-2006 Guide to America’s Top Dentists by the Consumers’ Research Council of America.

Recipient of the 2004 & 2005 Mrs. Ohio Globe Cosmetic Dentist of the Year Award, Dr. Schindler is one of fifteen cosmetic dentists nationwide recognized as an Official Cosmetic Dentist of the Mrs. Globe Pageant (www.winning-smile.tv). She performs cosmetic smile makeovers on Mrs. U.S Globe delegates, and serves as an official judge of the Mrs. U.S. Globe Pageant in Palm Springs, California (www.mrsglobe.com). In addition to her participation in the Mrs. Globe Pageant, Dr. Schindler supports the W.I.N. (Women in Need) through a local fundraising whitening program called S.M.I.L.E. All of the proceeds are donated directly to the W.I.N. foundation which supports women suffering from emotional & physical abuse.

Dr. Schindler is board certified with the State Dental Board of Ohio, North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners, and the Florida State Board of Dentistry. She holds active membership in the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of Laser Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, the Northeast Ohio Neuromuscular Study Club, and the Christian Medical & Dental Society.

Originally from Chicago, Dr. Schindler now resides in Grandview Heights, Ohio with her husband, Mark, and two beautiful Russian daughters, Natasha and Masha.