Halitosis: A Review of Current Literature

Journal Title: Meandros Medical and Dental Journal - Year 2017, Vol 18, Issue 3

Abstract

Halitosis is a term defining disagreeable or offensive odour spread from the breath. Halitosis may occur due to physiological reasons as well as pathological and psychological factor. Because of that, underlying factors of halitosis should correctly be diagnosed and the patient should be directed to the related physician. It is significant to highlight the necessity of an interdisciplinary method for the treatment of halitosis to prevent misdiagnosis or unnecessary treatment. The aim of this review is to report information about the etiology, prevalence, measurement methods and treatment of halitosis.

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Zülal Çoban, Işıl Sönmez

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  • EP ID EP236189
  • DOI 10.4274/meandros.68077
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Zülal Çoban, Işıl Sönmez (2017). Halitosis: A Review of Current Literature. Meandros Medical and Dental Journal, 18(3), 164-170. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-236189