Halitosis: an overview of epidemiology, etiology and clinical management
Braz. oral res
; 25(5): 466-471, Sept.-Oct. 2011. tab
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ABSTRACT
Halitosis is an unpleasant condition that causes social restraint. Studies worldwide indicate a high prevalence of moderate halitosis, whereas severe cases are restricted to around 5 percent of the populations. The etiological chain of halitosis relates to the presence of odoriferous substances in exhaled air, especially the volatile sulphur compounds (VSC) produced by bacteria. The organoleptic diagnosis is the gold standard and clinical management includes oral approaches, especially periodontal treatment and oral hygiene instructions, including the tongue. When oral strategies are not successful, referral to physicians is warranted.
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النص الكامل:
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الفهرس:
LILACS
الموضوع الرئيسي:
Halitosis
نوع الدراسة:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
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Screening_studies
المحددات:
Humans
اللغة:
En
مجلة:
Braz. oral res
موضوع المجلة:
ODONTOLOGIA
السنة:
2011
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Article