Halitosis and related factors in patient referred to the Clinic of Dentistry, Zahedan

Halitosis is defined as unpleasant odor from the mouth. In %87 of cases the cause of halitosis are located in the oral cavity. It is a medico-social problem that affect a many number of people. purpose of this study was to determine factors involved in halitosis patients were referred to the dental clinic Zahedan. 320 people were attending the halitosis or halitophobia for this survey were selected. Selected individuals from eating, drinking, smoking, chewing gum, about 24 hours before sampling was forbidden, and also noted that on examination of brushing, flossing and mouthwash brands do not use. Regarding gingival index periodontal used, in terms of smoking were divided into two groups, consumer and non- consumer - reviews decay and bad restorations through clinical examination and bitewing radiography was performed and the diagnosis of patients with the prosthesis or any the corresponding table were recorded. Crowding teeth were considered. Organoleptic method was used to check for bad breath. The findings of factors such as tooth decay (72%), periodontal disease (47.5%), tounge coating (17.5%) are artificial teeth (13.75%) and food impaction, were signficantly related with halitosis. diagnosis and treatment of halitosis are pramily the responsibility of dentists. It is important for the dentist to have a proper understanding of halitosis and provide correct treatment.