Knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward halitosis among dental patients at Zewditu memorial hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Overall, knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding halitosis among dental patients at Zewditu Memorial Hospital were not satisfactory. These results highlight critical gaps in public awareness and effective management strategies for halitosis. This study highlights the need for integrated public health initiatives and clinical practices that focus on improving awareness and management of halitosis to ultimately promote better oral health in the community.

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Frontiers in Oral Health
Published
2025-02-24
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https://doi.org/10.3389/froh.2025.1522682
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1
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Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward halitosis among dental patients at Zewditu memorial hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Yeshewas Abaynew, Rediet Degif
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Frontiers in Oral Health
Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
1.47
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward halitosis among dental patients at Zewditu memorial hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Yeshewas Abaynew, Rediet Degif
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Abstract

Overall, knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding halitosis among dental patients at Zewditu Memorial Hospital were not satisfactory. These results highlight critical gaps in public awareness and effective management strategies for halitosis. This study highlights the need for integrated public health initiatives and clinical practices that focus on improving awareness and management of halitosis to ultimately promote better oral health in the community.

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Wollo University (ET)
Openalex Percentile: Top 22%
Oral Health Pathology and Treatment
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