Resting salivary flow independently associated with oral malodor

Resting salivary flow independently associated with oral malodor

BACKGROUND Dryness of the oral cavity is considered one cause of oral malodor. However, it is unclear which of the factors regulating the wetness of the oral cavity are involved in oral malodor development. This study investigated the effects of salivary flow and oral mucosal moisture on oral malodor. METHODS The study population comprised 119 patients (48 men and 71 women, mean age of 50.6 ±...

Oral malodor associated with internal resorption.

We report a case of oral malodor associated with internal resorption. A 39-year-old male attended our hospital complaining of oral malodor. Utilizing organoleptic measurement, the halimeter test and gas chromatography, it was diagnosed as a strong halitosis caused by oral origin. The pocket probing depth of tooth 21 was 10 mm, and X-ray examination revealed a vertical bone loss around this toot...

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Oral Malodor: A Common Oral Problem

Oral malodor has been recognized in the literature since ancient times, but in the last five to six years it has increasingly come to the forefront of public and dental professional awareness [1]. Approximately 40-50% of dentists see 6-7 self-proclaimed oral malodor patients per week [2]. Oral malodor is the subjective perception after smelling someone’s breath. It can be pleasant, unpleasant, ...

Relationship Between Oral Malodor and Oral Microbiota

Oral malodor, also called halitosis or bad breath, is one of the major complaints made by patients visiting the dentist, ranking behind only dental caries and periodontal disease. It can originate from either systemic or oral conditions, but is usually related to an oral cause. Clinical causes of oral malodor include periodontitis, poor oral hygiene, tongue debris, deep caries, inadequately fit...