ArticleInternational dental journal2019
'Say Ahhh': What do dentists, general medical practitioners and community pharmacists do about halitosis?
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- "Say Ahhh": Experience and Views on Halitosis Management in the General Public in Victoria, Australia.International dental journal · 2021Article
- Knowledge and Management of Halitosis in France and Lebanon: A Questionnaire-Based Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2021Article
- Thinned-Young Apple Polyphenols Inhibit Halitosis-Related Bacteria Through Damage to the Cell Membrane.Frontiers in microbiology · 2021Article
- The Underestimated Problem of Intra-Oral Halitosis in Dental Practice: An Expert Consensus Review.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dentistry · 2020Review
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Abstract
introductionHalitosis is common and can have significant impact on quality of life. Current literature recommends multidisciplinary approaches. This paper explored the practice, knowledge and views of Australian general dental practitioners (GDPs), general medical practitioners (GMPs) and community pharmacists (CPs) on halitosis and interprofessional collaboration to manage halitosis.
methodsA mixed methods approach was used. Recruited GMPs, GDPs and CPs completed an online survey. A small number then participated in semi-structured follow-up interviews.
resultsSixty-six GDPs, 27 GMPs and 114 CPs completed the survey. Five from each group were interviewed. Sixty-eight percent of GMPs and 46% of CPs considered halitosis management part of their role despite the majority feeling that they had insufficient oral health training. Sixty-eight percent of GMPs, 86% of GDPs and 79% of CPs thought interprofessional halitosis care would benefit patients. Most participants admitted to feeling uneasy when starting conversations with their patients about halitosis. Most GDPs did not monitor their patients' progress, and GMPs seemed comfortable in managing halitosis only when it had a systemic cause. Critically, the role of CPs in halitosis management was poorly understood.
conclusionMost GDPs, GMPs and CPs find it challenging to manage patients with halitosis and are interested in working together. Improving health professionals' knowledge and training will contribute to comprehensive interprofessional halitosis management.
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