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Halitosis: a stomatological and psychological issue.
G M Nardi1, A Forabosco, G Forabosco
1La Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Minerva Stomatologica
|November 7, 2009
Summary
Halitosis management requires addressing both oral health and psychological factors. Effective communication strategies and tools like the Halitosis Questionnaire (HQ) aid dentists in managing patient perceptions and realities of bad breath.
Area of Science:
- Interdisciplinary nature of halitosis research, bridging dentistry, oral medicine, periodontology, and psychology.
Background:
- Halitosis is an oral condition impacting an individual's social and relational life.
- Patients often exhibit denial or false perceptions of halitosis, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
- Dentists frequently encounter pseudo-halitosis and denied halitosis cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore effective communication strategies for addressing halitosis with patients.
- To introduce a pre-visit questionnaire for comprehensive halitosis assessment.
- To provide tools for managing both the physical and psychological aspects of halitosis.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a pre-visit questionnaire to gather data on dental, mucosal, and psychological factors.
- Developing communication strategies tailored to patient acceptance and professional relationship maintenance.
- Proposing the Halitosis Questionnaire (HQ) for assessment and management.
Main Results:
- Effective communication is crucial for patient acceptance of halitosis diagnosis.
- A structured questionnaire approach aids in identifying and managing halitosis comprehensively.
- Addressing psychological aspects alongside oral health improves patient outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Dentists play a key role in managing patient perceptions of halitosis.
- The Halitosis Questionnaire (HQ) facilitates effective assessment and patient communication.
- A holistic approach integrating oral hygiene, medical factors, and psychological support is essential for successful halitosis management.
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