Abstract

Halitosis (foul smelling breath) is a common complaint which, unlike most other symptoms, may affect the patient’s associates before the patient is even aware of it. Most adults wake with bad breath¹ which disappears after eating or brushing the teeth. About one person in two^2–3 has bad breath during the day, especially when hungry. Smokers, alcohol drinkers and garlic takers all have their own characteristic halitosis.