Self-perceived oral malodour among periodontal patients: prevalence and associated factors

Azodo, CC; Umoh, AO

doi:10.14194/ijmbr.225

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“…In the literature, self-reported halitosis has been connected to insufficient oral hygiene and infrequent tooth brushing 16,37. Lack of knowledge about halitosis prevention among people with SPH has been also reported 3. Nonetheless, awareness and concern regarding halitosis are reported to result in better extraoral self-care practices 19,24…”

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Self-perception, knowledge, and awareness of halitosis among female university students

Mubayrik¹,

Hamdan²,

Hadlaq³

et al. 2017

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BackgroundHalitosis or oral malodor is defined as an unpleasant breath odor. It can become a serious problem affecting individuals’ social communication and self-confidence. Furthermore, it is a discomforting issue for the people around the person affected, because they consider it embarrassing to inform the person of the problem.AimThis study was designed to measure self-perception, knowledge, and awareness of halitosis among female university students in Saudi Arabia.Materials and methodsA cross-sectional survey was implemented with 392 volunteer participants who responded to a questionnaire on their self-perception, knowledge, and awareness of halitosis.ResultsThe response rate was 89.1% (392/440). Self-perception of halitosis was low (21.4%), whereas a larger percentage (78.1%) indicated noticing people with bad breath. Most participants (80.4%) thought that the gastrointestinal tract is the primary source of halitosis. Seventy-seven percent preferred using personal methods such as mouthwash and chewing gum to treat oral malodor. According to 82.1% of respondents, a dentist is the most appropriate professional to treat halitosis.ConclusionThe investigation revealed low self-perception and limited knowledge regarding halitosis. Therefore, the role of dentists in informing and educating their patients concerning oral malodor should be enhanced. Public education about the causes of and possible ways of managing bad breath should be increased.

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“…Halitosis or oral malodor is an unpleasant breath odor that interferes with self-confidence and with people’s professional and social life 1–3. It can have both extraoral and intraoral causes.…”

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Self-perception, knowledge, and awareness of halitosis among female university students

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Hamdan²,

Hadlaq³

et al. 2017

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“…15,17 In another study 78% of the students had either self medicated using chemical plaque control agents like mouthwashes or traditional medication to treat their own bad breath, while only 22.2% of them went for a professional treatment concerning the same. 18 In the current study, alongside good oral hygiene practices still there was the development of halitosis in the subject, this could be because of other confounding factors. This statement was supported by the other studies done by AlAtrooshi et al, Aylikci et al and Murata et al which stated that factors could be related to systemic disease, drugs and extrinsic behavioral cause (smoking).…”

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“…17,20,21 Smoking was reported by 55% of the males and 1% of the female respondents. 18 In another study population, smoking habits ranged from 2-13% among females and males, respectively. 15 In another study among secondary school male students in Riyadh City, 23% of the students were smokers.…”

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“…Chi square tests showed that males had significantly higher mal odor than females. 18 In another study, among males, 26 (21.7%) reported perceiving halitosis, 77 (64.2%) gave a negative answer, and 17 (14.2%) were not sentient of its presence or absence; where in females, 49 (35.3%) reported selfperception, 51 (36.7%) gave a negative response, and 39 (28.1%) were not sentient of its existence or absence. The difference was found to be significant.…”

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J Pak Dent Assoc

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BACKGROUND:Halitosis or oral malodor is characterized by unpleasant odor arising from the oral cavity. The prevalence of halitosis however is not studied extensively. METHODOLOGY: A structured questionnaire consisting of 15 questions was administered to 220 undergraduate students of Sharif Medical and Dental College, Lahore. RESULTS: Out of them 212(96.36%) students participated in the study. Among them 90(42.45%) were males and 122(57.55%) were females. Mean age of the students was 20.48±1.63 years. Average age of male was 21.41±1.66 years and of female was19.79±1.22 years. 89(42.0%) reported halitosis (95% C.I 35.3% to 48.9%), 90(42.5%) have no halitosis and 33(15.6%) did not know about It. Halitosis was reported among 30(33.3%) male and 59(48.4%) female. Present study showed that females have more awareness of malodor than the male students. CONCLUSION:The results of this study indicate higher prevalence and awareness of halitosis among this population consisting of dental students. The awareness of halitosis as an individual entity should be promoted to the general population and the therapeutic measures should be made available to all. KEY WORDS: Dental students, halitosis, oral hygiene, oral malodor. HOW TO CITE: Rana S, Shakoor A, Fahim A. Awareness of Halitosis and Oral Hygiene Among Undergraduate Dental Students.

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Self-Reported Halitosis in relation to Oral Hygiene Practices, Oral Health Status, General Health Problems, and Multifactorial Characteristics among Workers in Ilala and Temeke Municipals, Tanzania

Kayombo

Mumghamba

2017

International Journal of Dentistry

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Aim. To assess self-reported halitosis, oral hygiene practices, oral health conditions, general health problems, sociodemographic factors, and behavioural and psychological characteristics among workers in Ilala and Temeke municipals. Materials and Methods. This was a cross-sectional descriptive study. Four hundred workers were recruited using a self-administered structured questionnaire. Results. Self-reported tooth brushing practice was 100%, tongue cleaning 58.5%, dental flossing 4.3%, gum bleeding on tooth brushing 79.3%, presence of hard deposits on teeth 32%, mobile teeth 15.3%, and self-reported halitosis (SRH) 48.5%. Tea users were 95%, coffee users 75.8%, smokers 21%, and alcohol consumers 47%. The SRH was significantly associated with bleeding gums, hard deposits, and mobile and malaligned teeth. Tongue cleaning and regular change of toothbrush were associated with low prevalence of SRH (P < 0.001). Higher occurrence of SRH was significantly related to low education and smoking. Conclusion. Self-reported halitosis was prevalent among workers and was significantly associated with bleeding gums, hard dental deposits, mobile teeth, and smoking. All participants brushed their teeth and cleaned the tongue regularly but use of dental floss was extremely low. Oral health education and health promotion are recommended.

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Self-perceived oral malodour among periodontal patients: prevalence and associated factors

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Self-perception, knowledge, and awareness of halitosis among female university students

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