Diagnosis, Prevalence, and Treatment of Halitosis

Zürcher, Andrea; Laine, Marja L.; Filippi, Andreas

doi:10.1007/s40496-014-0036-5

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“…Los pacientes con halitosis psicosomática deben recibir atención por sicología (23,24). Prevalencia La prevalencia de la halitosis es incierta, principalmente por los diferentes métodos utilizados para evaluarla (25). Algunos estudios encuentran que más de la mitad de la población sufre de halitosis (26,27).…”

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Halitosis: Un asunto del odontólogo

Duque¹,

Tejada²

2016

CES odontol.

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La halitosis ha sido definida como un olor ofensivo y fétido en el aliento producido por factores como: mala higiene oral, infecciones dentales u orales y/o la ingestión de ciertos alimentos. El objetivo de esta revisión es evaluar el estado actual del diagnóstico, clasificación y tratamiento de la halitosis, y brindar estrategias y herramientas correctas para abordar una problemática que es tan común en la consulta odontológica. La prevalencia de la halitosis es alta y varía dependiendo de la población estudiada y el método de diagnostico usado (escalas subjetivas, mediciones organolépticas, halimeter, cromatografía de gas, test BANA ). Existen 3 tipos de halitosis: La halitosis genuina (fisiológica y patológica), la pseudohalitosis y la halitofobia. La etiología es multifactorial y existe un acuerdo en que principalmente ocurre por el metabolismo de las bacterias. La producción de compuestos volátiles y no volátiles es común en los humanos y está influenciada por factores genéticos, dieta, estrés, enfermedades y/o desordenes presentes en los individuos. Los dos tratamientos más utilizados y tradicionales para el control de la halitosis son el control mecánico de la lengua saburral y el uso de agentes antimicrobianos. La halitosis afecta una gran parte de la población, puede crear desventajas sociales y sicológicas, y aunque es de origen multifactorial su principal causa se encuentra en la cavidad oral, principalmente por factores como la placa bacteriana, gingivitis y periodontitis. El objetivo de este artículo es revisar las herramientas actuales para el diagnóstico y tratamiento de la halitosis.Palabras clave: Halitosis, Enfermedades periodontales, Biopelícula, Pruebas de halitosis. AbstractHalitosis has been defined as an offensive and fetid breath odor caused by factors such as poor oral hygiene, dental or mouth infections and / or ingestion of certain foods. The aim of this review is to assess the current state of diagnosis, classification and treatment of halitosis, providing the right strategies and tools to address a problem that is so common in dental practice. Halitosis prevalence is high and varies depending on the population studied and the diagnostic method used (subjective scales, organoleptic measurements, halymeter, gas chromatography, BANA test). There are 3 types of halitosis: Genuine halitosis (physiological and pathological), the pseudohalitosis and halitophobia. The etiology is multifactorial and there is an agreement about the cause primarily by bacterial metabolism. The production of volatile and nonvolatile compounds in humans is common Comparte Duque A, Tejada C. Enero -Junio 2016 -Pág 71ODONTOLOGÍA and is influenced by genetic factors, diet, stress, diseases and / or disorders present in individuals. The two most used and traditional treatments to control halitosis are the mechanical control of coated tongue and the use of antimicrobial agents. Halitosis affects a large part of the population may create social and psychological disadvantages, and although it is of multifactorial origi...

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“…Se ha propuesto con poca evidencia el uso de metronidazol (12,49). También se ha sugerido el uso de saliva artificial para eliminar la resequedad y la remisión a otras especialidades (16,25).…”

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Halitosis: Un asunto del odontólogo

Duque¹,

Tejada²

2016

CES odontol.

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“…Halitosis has many causes, and aetiologies can be broadly divided into two categories: genuine halitosis; and pseudo-halitosis [2][3][4] . Genuine halitosis is detectable bad breath most commonly with an intra-oral cause, such as tongue coating, periodontitis and tooth decay; or less commonly with an extra-oral cause such as tonsillitis, gastrointestinal tract infections, diabetes, renal dysfunction and (in more sinister cases) cancers [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8] . Pseudo-halitosis is rarer, has no detectable bad breath and is usually associated with a psychological origin 2,4,5 .…”

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‘Say Ahhh’: What do dentists, general medical practitioners and community pharmacists do about halitosis?

Lau

Meethal

Middleton³

et al. 2019

International Dental Journal

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Introduction Halitosis is common and can have significant impact on quality of life. Current literature recommends multidisciplinary approaches. This paper explored the practice, knowledge and views of Australian general dental practitioners (GDPs), general medical practitioners (GMPs) and community pharmacists (CPs) on halitosis and interprofessional collaboration to manage halitosis. Methods A mixed methods approach was used. Recruited GMPs, GDPs and CPs completed an online survey. A small number then participated in semi‐structured follow‐up interviews. Results Sixty‐six GDPs, 27 GMPs and 114 CPs completed the survey. Five from each group were interviewed. Sixty‐eight percent of GMPs and 46% of CPs considered halitosis management part of their role despite the majority feeling that they had insufficient oral health training. Sixty‐eight percent of GMPs, 86% of GDPs and 79% of CPs thought interprofessional halitosis care would benefit patients. Most participants admitted to feeling uneasy when starting conversations with their patients about halitosis. Most GDPs did not monitor their patients’ progress, and GMPs seemed comfortable in managing halitosis only when it had a systemic cause. Critically, the role of CPs in halitosis management was poorly understood. Conclusion Most GDPs, GMPs and CPs find it challenging to manage patients with halitosis and are interested in working together. Improving health professionals’ knowledge and training will contribute to comprehensive interprofessional halitosis management.

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“…Bornstein et al . demonstrated that toothbrushing is an important factor in reducing the risk of severe halitosis; this might result from overlapping of the symptoms of genuine halitosis and pseudo‐halitosis with other ailments related exclusively to oral hygiene . Our findings emphasize the quality of oral hygiene procedures.…”

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“…Genuine halitosis is a chronic and recurrent problem, affecting approximately 8–50% of people in the general population . It is estimated that up to 25% of adult patients experience persistent halitosis .…”

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Genuine halitosis in patients with dental and laryngological etiologies of mouth odor: severity and role of oral hygiene behaviors

Herman¹,

Lisowska

Herman³

et al. 2018

European J Oral Sciences

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The aims of the study were to determine the severity of halitosis and the association between oral hygiene practices and the severity of malodor in patients with dental and laryngological etiologies of genuine halitosis. Thirty-five laryngological and 40 dental patients with halitosis completed a structured interview and underwent laryngological and dental examinations. Halitosis was assessed using organoleptic and halimeter tests. Greater halitosis severity in laryngological patients was associated with worse clinical status of the palatine tonsils, less frequent toothbrushing, less frequent use of tongue cleaners, fewer daily meals, and increased use of mouthrinses. Among dental patients, more severe halitosis was associated with worse clinical status of the periodontium, more tongue coating, less saliva secretion, and less frequent use of dental floss, interdental toothbrushes, and tongue cleaners. Oral hygiene was found to be a key moderator of the relationship between status of the periodontium or tonsils and severity of halitosis. The severity of halitosis in laryngological patients and dental patients is essentially similar; however, oral hygiene routines are associated with different effects in each group. Consequently, individual recommendations for patients with halitosis should be adjusted for the underlying disease and emphasize the role of effective specific hygiene behaviors.

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Diagnosis, Prevalence, and Treatment of Halitosis

Cited by 36 publications

References 54 publications

Halitosis: Un asunto del odontólogo

Halitosis: Un asunto del odontólogo

‘Say Ahhh’: What do dentists, general medical practitioners and community pharmacists do about halitosis?

Genuine halitosis in patients with dental and laryngological etiologies of mouth odor: severity and role of oral hygiene behaviors

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