Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesis
Oral malodor or halitosis is a condition characterized by unpleasant odors emanating from the oral cavity. The aim of the present review is to classify and explain the etiology and pathogenesis of oral malodor. Volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) that result from bacterial breakdown of protein are cons...
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doaj-2f7876e626b44ba6b7b11cd67e4f949f2020-11-25T00:11:56ZengWolters Kluwer Medknow PublicationsJournal of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences2277-86322015-01-01411710.4103/2277-8632.153294Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesisAjay Benerji KottiR V SubramanyamOral malodor or halitosis is a condition characterized by unpleasant odors emanating from the oral cavity. The aim of the present review is to classify and explain the etiology and pathogenesis of oral malodor. Volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) that result from bacterial breakdown of protein are considered to be the main culprits for this foul odor. The etiology of oral malodor can be attributed to both systemic and oral conditions. However, nearly 85% of the cases originate from mouth due to tongue coating (especially posterior third of the dorsal surface), periodontal disease, poor oral hygiene, infections, ulcerations, food debris, dry mouth and faulty restorations. Bad breath can be caused by systemic disorders such as upper and lower respiratory tract infections; hepatic, pancreatic, and nephritic insufficiencies; trimethylaminuria and some medications. In addition, there are very few instances where patients suffer from pseudohalitosis or halitophobia.http://www.jdrntruhs.org/article.asp?issn=2277-8632;year=2015;volume=4;issue=1;spage=1;epage=7;aulast=KottiBenzoyl-DL-arginine-napthylamidegas chromatographyhalitosisoral malodororganolepticvolatile sulfur compounds |
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Ajay Benerji Kotti R V Subramanyam Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesis Journal of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Benzoyl-DL-arginine-napthylamide gas chromatography halitosis oral malodor organoleptic volatile sulfur compounds |
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Ajay Benerji Kotti R V Subramanyam |
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Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesis |
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Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesis |
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Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesis |
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Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesis |
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Oral malodor: A review of etiology and pathogenesis |
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oral malodor: a review of etiology and pathogenesis |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications |
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Journal of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences |
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Oral malodor or halitosis is a condition characterized by unpleasant odors emanating from the oral cavity. The aim of the present review is to classify and explain the etiology and pathogenesis of oral malodor. Volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) that result from bacterial breakdown of protein are considered to be the main culprits for this foul odor. The etiology of oral malodor can be attributed to both systemic and oral conditions. However, nearly 85% of the cases originate from mouth due to tongue coating (especially posterior third of the dorsal surface), periodontal disease, poor oral hygiene, infections, ulcerations, food debris, dry mouth and faulty restorations. Bad breath can be caused by systemic disorders such as upper and lower respiratory tract infections; hepatic, pancreatic, and nephritic insufficiencies; trimethylaminuria and some medications. In addition, there are very few instances where patients suffer from pseudohalitosis or halitophobia. |
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Benzoyl-DL-arginine-napthylamide gas chromatography halitosis oral malodor organoleptic volatile sulfur compounds |
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