Assessing the Contribution of Anaerobic Microflora of the Tongue to Oral Malodor

Bad Breath

« « « Return to Previous Page

Times Viewed: 860

File Size: 2.7 MB

Article Notes:
Tongue

Author(s):
Erika H. De Boever, DDS, MPh; Walter J. Loesche, DMD

Published By:
Journal of the American Dental Association

Date Published:
October, 1995

Full Article: DOWNLOAD PDF (Right-click link, and select "Save Target As")
Get the latest version of Adobe Acrobat here.

SUMMARY:
Research suggests that the tongue plays an important role in the production of bad breath. To investigate the role of the surface of the tongue and bad breath causing bacteria, the authors of this study tested connections between odor measurements, volatile sulfur compounds, periodontal parameters, bacterial parameters, and tongue surface characteristics of 16 participants that had complaints of bad breath. The results of the study indicate that the tongue plays an essential role in the development of bad breath.

NEED MORE INFORMATION? A 50-page booklet covering oral care, gum disease, and taste disorders is available for FREE from The California Breath Clinics. This full-color booklet is filled with helpful tips, results of clinical studies, and updated oral care information.
Get a FREE copy shipped to your door today at their website.