Abstract

PEREIRA, Inês; MARCELO, Sónia; ANDRE, Suzete  and  LOUSAN, Nuno. Management of halitosis in primary health care: a proposed clinical practice protocol. Rev Port Med Geral Fam [online]. 2019, vol.35, n.1, pp.61-67. ISSN 2182-5173.  https://doi.org/10.32385/rpmgf.v35i1.11818.

Objectives: Despite being a symptom of unknown prevalence, halitosis is a very frequent reason for encounter in general practice. The objective of this review was to create a proposed clinical practice protocol for the management of halitosis in Primary Health Care. Data sources: We conducted research the PubMed/MEDLINE database. Discussion: We conducted a review of the theme divided in the following subheadings: epidemiology; classification; etiology; physiopathology; diagnosis; and management. Conclusions: Halitosis is multifaceted complaint, and its management must be multifactorial. A simple clinical practice protocol for primary health care can guide the thorough evaluation of this condition through an evidence-based anamnesis, a detailed physical examination, and an appropriate referral to secondary care.

Keywords : Halitosis; Primary health care; Clinical practice protocol.

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