Halitosis management by the general dental practitioner—results of an international consensus workshop
Year: 2014
Type: article
Abstract: Clinical investigations on patients suffering from halitosis clearly reveal that in the vast majority of cases the source for an offensive breath odor can be found within the oral cavity (90%). Based on these studies, the main sources for intra-oral halitosis where tongue coating, gingivitis/periodontitis and a combination of the two. Thus, it is perfectly logical that general dental practitioners (GDPs) should be able to manage intra-oral halitosis under the conditions found in a normal dental practice. However, GDPs who are interested in diagnosing and treating halitosis are challenged to incorporate scientifically based strategies for use in their clinics. Therefore, the present paper summarizes the results of a consensus workshop of international authorities held with the aim to reach a consensus on general guidelines on how to assess and diagnose patients breath odor concerns and general guidelines on regimens for the treatment of halitosis.
Source: Journal of Breath Research
Institutions: University of Bern, Universidade São Francisco, University of Basel, University of the West of England, University of Minnesota, KU Leuven, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, University of Bonn, Tel Aviv University, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Nippon Dental University
Language: German
Subfield: Periodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,325
OpenAlex ID: W1976330861