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Halitosis.

Diana V Messadi1, Fariba S Younai

  • 1Section of Oral Medicine, Division of Oral Biology and Medicine, School of Dentistry, University of California Los Angeles, CHS 63-019, 10833 LeConte Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA. dmessadi@dent.ucla.edu

Dermatologic Clinics
|March 8, 2003
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Halitosis, or bad breath, often originates from the tongue

Area of Science:

  • Oral Health
  • Dentistry
  • Halitosis Research

Background:

  • Halitosis (oral malodor/bad breath) affects millions, causing public concern.
  • The posterior tongue dorsum is the primary source of oral malodor in healthy individuals.
  • Halitosis can signal underlying medical conditions requiring treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the primary sources and management of halitosis.
  • To provide guidance for patients experiencing oral malodor.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on halitosis etiology and treatment.
  • Clinical assessment of oral malodor origins.
  • Evaluation of hygiene and therapeutic interventions.

Main Results:

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  • In healthy individuals, the tongue's posterior dorsum is the main source of bad breath.
  • Oral hygiene, tongue plaque removal, and antibacterial rinses are recommended.
  • Ruling out systemic causes is crucial before initiating oral treatments.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of halitosis involves addressing oral hygiene and tongue cleanliness.
  • Identifying the source of oral malodor is key to successful treatment.
  • Persistent halitosis warrants medical evaluation to exclude systemic diseases.