Bad breath or halitosis as it is referred to by dentists, is a common oral condition and a reason why patients seek dental consultation. Halitosis is the result of microbial activity in the mouth in a majority of the population. Treatmentoptions are relatively straightforward when the clinician can objectively verify the presence of oral malodor/bad breath. In many cases, however, the patient’s complaint of bad breath does not appear to have an objective basis. Reasons for oral-based malodor include – – Poor oral hygiene. – Periodontal disease.
– Faulty dental restorations. – Debris buildup on the posterior area of the tongue. Many factors influence the way in which we generally perceive odors. Qualitative judgments of odors largely depend on a person’s experience and personality traits. In this context, how we perceive our own breath odor is even more complex. Generally speaking,…
