Poor oral hygiene is the primary cause of bad breath, allowing bacteria on your tongue, between teeth, and along gumlines to produce sulfur compounds that smell bad. Gum disease, dry mouth, food trapped in cavities or around dental work, tongue coating, and certain foods also cause odor. At Picasso Dental Clinic, where I've treated over 70,000 patients since 2013, I find that 90 percent of bad breath cases resolve with improved oral hygiene and treatment of dental problems. Less than 10 percent stem from medical conditions like sinus infections or digestive issues.

This is a question that embarrasses many patients but is incredibly important to understand at Picasso Dental Clinic. I’m Dr. Emily Nguyen, Principal Dentist, and after treating over 70,000 patients from 65 nationalities since 2013, I can explain exactly how periodontal disease creates the persistent bad breath that regular brushing and mouthwash cannot eliminate. Dr. […]

You cannot fully treat active periodontal disease at home because bacteria and calculus below the gumline require professional removal. However, meticulous home care is essential for supporting professional treatment and preventing recurrence. This includes brushing twice daily with soft bristles, flossing or using interdental brushes daily, rinsing with antimicrobial mouthwash, and possibly using a water flosser. At Picasso Dental Clinic, where I've treated thousands of gum disease cases since 2013 among over 70,000 patients, I emphasize that home care maintains the results we achieve through professional deep cleaning, but cannot replace it for active disease.

The best toothpaste for periodontal disease contains fluoride for cavity prevention, antibacterial agents like stannous fluoride or triclosan that reduce harmful bacteria, and is non-abrasive to protect exposed root surfaces that gum recession reveals. At Picasso Dental Clinic locations in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City, I most commonly recommend toothpastes containing stannous fluoride, such as Parodontax or Crest Gum Detoxify, because research shows they reduce gum inflammation and bleeding better than standard fluoride toothpastes. However, toothpaste alone cannot cure periodontal disease. It works only as part of comprehensive treatment including professional deep cleanings, improved brushing and flossing technique, and regular maintenance appointments. The toothpaste supports healing but doesn't replace the professional care that actually treats the underlying infection.

For severe toothache in Vietnam, visit any established dental clinic in major cities immediately; most accept walk-ins for emergencies and have English-speaking staff. Take over-the-counter pain medication, rinse with warm salt water, and avoid chewing on the affected side while finding care. Vietnam's dental infrastructure is excellent, with treatment costs 60 to 70 percent less than Western countries while maintaining quality. At Picasso Dental Clinic, we see emergency patients without appointments at all locations. Since 2013, we've treated thousands of dental emergencies among over 70,000 patients from 65 nationalities, providing same day relief and definitive treatment.

This is one of the most technically challenging procedures I perform at Picasso Dental Clinic, and I’m glad you’re asking about it. I’m Dr. Emily Nguyen, Principal Dentist, and after treating over 70,000 patients from 65 nationalities since 2013, I can explain exactly what calcified root canals are and the specialized techniques required to treat […]

Modern root canal treatment is not painful during the procedure due to effective local anesthesia. Most patients report feeling pressure and vibration but no pain. The tooth requiring root canal treatment is typically already causing severe pain, and the procedure relieves that pain rather than causing it. At Picasso Dental Clinic, where I've performed thousands of root canals treating over 70,000 patients since 2013, patients consistently tell me the procedure was far less uncomfortable than they expected. Mild soreness for a few days afterward is normal and manageable with over-the-counter pain medication