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Halitosis
Bad breath that can be caused by smoking, poor dental hygiene, alcoholism, throat infection, dental infection, sinus infection, lung infection, gum disease, an impacted tooth or a foreign body in the nose (children). Regular dental flossing and brushing can reduce this problem.
Hydrogen Peroxide (H202)
A compound used as a dental whitening agent and mouthwash.
Hygienist
A person trained at an accredited school or dental college and licensed by the state in which they practice to provide treatment for the prevention of periodontal diseases or other dental diseases under the direction of a licensed dentist. Treatment includes the cleaning of the teeth in the dental office using the procedures of dental scaling and dental polishing. It may include plaque detection, removal of plaque and calculus, application of caries-preventing agents, checking of restorations and prostheses, and checking for signs of food impaction.