Prevalence of reported halitosis and associated factors among military recruits in the city of Pelotas
Journal Title: Stomatos - Year 2017, Vol 23, Issue 45
Abstract
Halitosis is a common condition related to oral or systemic factors that affect different age groups. The study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of self-reported halitosis as well as associated factors to this condition. Subjects joining the Army in Pelotas were asked to be at the 9th Infantry Battalion on the day and time previously scheduled. On the occasion, the subjects answered a questionnaire containing questions on oral and general health. The questionnaire was completed by 2274 recruits and 10.1% of the subjects reported to have suffered from halitosis. They were told about it by someone living with them or by close persons who were part of their daily routine. The most often mentioned variables were related to smoking, which increased the prevalence of halitosis in 61% (PR=1.61; 95% CI: 1.18-2.20), followed by poor oral conditions which increased halitosis approximately 2.5 times (PR=2.46; 95% CI: 1. 26 – 4.83). Educational level was also associated with halitosis (p<0.001). A total of 20.1% from the sample tried to mask their bad breath in some way and 12% expressed some kind of concern related to it. It was concluded that halitosis is a common condition in evaluated population. It was found to be associated with smoking, poor oral health care and low education level. People with halitosis usually report some kind of discomfort caused by this oral condition.
Authors and Affiliations
Bernard Troger, Hiram Laranjeira de Almeida Jr. , Rodrigo Duquia
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