Dr. Harold Katz

This month has been a big one for news about bad breath. In particular, several stories have come out voicing concern over the ingredients in non-specialty breath fresheners. While such a topic is nothing new, the substances that researchers made note of are especially common. This means that now, more...

If you stepped into the 1800s (or sped into them at 88 mph, if you prefer), what would you do when you found that you had bad breath? In any age, you'd probably want to avoid making yourself conspicuous with halitosis. So how would you take care of it? Well,...

Have you ever really looked at your tongue? Does it have a coating or a color that doesn't seem right to you? We all know that it's important to brush, floss and use a mouthwash when doing our (at least) twice-daily oral hygiene routine -- but do you remember to...

While bad breath has been around pretty much as long as man has, research in the science world continues to find out what is behind bad breath and how to fix it -- not to mention new advances in technology. Here are some articles highlighting what's going on in the...

Halitosis doesn't have an age requirement. As we've discussed previously, childhood bad breath can be a serious issue that needs to be addressed. Here are some articles that not only discuss kids and bad breath, but breakdown the science behind it.

One article discusses exactly this point. Children...

There are constantly new developments in the world of oral care and, more specifically, bad breath. Here are a few new studies that are worth mentioning in the fight to understand and banish bad breath.

Certain types of bad breath (commonly known as situational bad breath) can be relieved...

Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are often misdiagnosed and fairly common. Tonsil stones are caused by the accumulation of sulfur-producing bacteria and debris that become lodged in your tonsils. These can also lead to bad breath, but this can be countered with good oral hygiene. Sometimes people make the...

Bad breath is often something that adults are aware of, but did you know that children can have halitosis, too? For you parents out there, here are some articles that go into more detail about kids and bad breath.

One article discusses Lewis First,...

If you're into staying with the latest gossip in entertainment, it can be tough to keep up. While bad breath isn't sexy, it is often noteworthy. Here are some stories in which bad breath has made its way into the media spotlight.

Halitosis may not be a laughing matter. Often...

Let's face it; food is a major part of our everyday lives. We eat to be healthy, to satisfy cravings, to deal with stress and just because we're hungry. But did you ever stop to think that your food choices may affect your breath? Several recent articles have focused on...

To most of us, bad breath is an annoyance at most. However, there are some instances where bad breath is more than just something to be mindful of.

One article tells of a 30-year-old man name Li Fuyan from the Yunnan Province in southern China that was admitted...

We already know about the benefits of some mainstream probiotics: improving digestion and helping with diseases like Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Recently, new types of probiotics have been released to the public that have benefits beyond the belly.

Before discussing the issues oral care probiotics can help treat, here's the scoop...

If you're staying on top of the world of health products, you already know about probiotics. Different from antibiotics, probiotics are a natural way to help your body defend against outside predators. May sound a bit militaristic, but actually probiotics are about trumping bad bacteria with the good. If you've...

Despite common perception, bad breath is not just a topic to be taken lightly. For many, halitosis is part of daily life, whether it's suffering from it or working or living with someone that has foul breath. Many people suffer from chronic halitosis for years and on a daily basis....

Many of us love some spice in our meals. Spicy food, curry, spices, hot sauce and other hot food can really add some pizazz to a meal (and your taste buds), but afterwards you may end up with a case of halitosis, heartburn and indigestion. Does that mean lay off...

Those that suffer with halitosis often feel isolated. If you are one of the many people suffering with bad breath, you are not alone! Many deal with foul breath and odor in their daily lives. Here is some recent news from around the world that discusses the topic of bad...

Have you ever been told, "A dog's mouth is nine times cleaner than a human's"? It's a common statement or wives' tale that gets thrown around every now and then, mostly by one of the many dog lovers in their attempts to comfort friends that don't enjoy having their faces...

We all know that regular visits to our dentist are vital to our oral health. The more often you go, the less likely you are to develop a problem that would require invasive dental procedures.

Well, now there is even more information that backs this up.

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An astonishing 75-95 percent of all adults have some type of gum disease (periodontitis or gingivitis) and some of them might not even know they have it! Due to the prominence of gum disease, there have been two recent findings that may help us treat or avoid it.

It all starts with Halloween each year and extends to around the Easter holiday. Little wonderful candy treats are all around us and given freely. The stores are packed full of them with themed wrapping for whatever holiday might be near: chocolate shaped Christmas trees, Valentine's hearts or Cadbury cream...