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Halitosis, or bad breath, significantly impacts social life and can signal underlying diseases. Effective management requires a multidisciplinary approach, addressing its oral and systemic origins.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral Medicine
  • Periodontology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Halitosis, commonly known as bad breath, presents significant social and economic challenges.
  • While intraoral conditions like poor hygiene and periodontitis cause 85% of cases, systemic disorders contribute 15%.
  • Research in halitosis has increased since 1995, but often lacks robust evidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the origins, detection methods, and treatment strategies for halitosis.
  • To emphasize the need for a multidisciplinary approach in managing halitosis.
  • To highlight the role of dental professionals and other specialists in addressing this condition.

Main Methods:

  • Review of scientific literature on halitosis etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • Categorization of halitosis causes into intraoral (85%), ear-nose-throat (10%), and gastrointestinal/endocrinological (5%).
  • Discussion of halitophobia and its potential psychological components.

Main Results:

  • Intraoral factors, including periodontitis and tongue coating, are the primary drivers of halitosis.
  • Ear-nose-throat and gastrointestinal/endocrinological conditions are less common causes.
  • Halitophobia may indicate underlying psychiatric or psychological issues.

Conclusions:

  • Halitosis necessitates a coordinated, multidisciplinary team approach involving various medical and dental specialists.
  • Multidisciplinary clinics provide an optimal setting for halitosis diagnosis and treatment.
  • Addressing the taboo surrounding bad breath is crucial for effective patient care and management.