Association Between Oral Malodor and Adult Periodontitis: A Review

Bad Breath, Halitosis

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Article Notes:
Periodontal Disease, Gum Disease

Author(s):
Manabu Morita, Hom-Lay Wang

Published By:
Journal of Clinical Periodontology

Date Published:
2001

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SUMMARY:
The majority of bad breath originates within the mouth. However, it is possible that bad breath can come from other sources. Recent evidence has demonstrated a link between bad breath and adult periodontitis. The process of developing bad breath is similar to the progression of gingivitis to periodontoal disease. This paper is a review of articles that present correlations in the relationship between bad breath and adult periodontitis, analyzes current malodor tests, and available treatments regimens.

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