Cochrane Database Syst Rev April 2006 PMID 16625641

Tongue scraping for treating halitosis.

T L Outhouse, R Al-Alawi, Z Fedorowicz, J V Keenan

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What people are saying

The discussions highlight how some institutional recommendations, such as those from Australia, support tongue scraping, suggesting recognition of its potential benefits. The tone is somewhat factual and neutral, reflecting interest but not passionate debate, which aligns with an overall moderate influence of the publication on clinical practices.

AgreementModerate agreement

The discussions show some acceptance of the research, especially with mentions of institutional recommendations supporting tongue scraping as a method to treat halitosis.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display a moderate interest, noting the availability of data and guidelines, but do not delve deeply into critique or alternative perspectives.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to official recommendations and basic discussions about treatment options, indicating a proper level of engagement without intense debate.

ImpactModerate impact

The mention of institutional guidelines suggests the research could influence practice standards, though the overall excitement or transformative potential remains moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • The review analyzed randomized controlled trials comparing tongue scraping with other methods, like mouthwashes and toothbrushes, to reduce halitosis, but only two studies with 40 participants met the criteria, so a detailed summary was provided instead of pooled data.
  • Results indicated that tongue scraping can significantly decrease volatile sulfur compound (VSC) levels, which are linked to bad breath, with one study showing a 42% reduction, and the effects lasted longer compared to traditional brushing.
  • Some adverse effects like nausea were reported, but overall, the evidence suggests tongue scraping might be an effective method for managing halitosis, though more research is needed for conclusive results.]

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Dans les dents / Cyril Vidal
@DLDents · X

@Barbusceptique Il y a des données dans la prise en charge de l'halitose : https://t.co/N6KWdj81X6 Et des recommandations par des institutions (australienne par exemple ici : https://t.co/tCsECx434G)

Feb 13, 2024 · 1 like · 3,501 followers View post →

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Dans les dents / Cyril Vidal
@DLDents · X

@Barbusceptique Il y a des données dans la prise en charge de l'halitose : https://t.co/N6KWdj81X6 Et des recommandations par des institutions (australienne par exemple ici : https://t.co/tCsECx434G)

Feb 13, 2024 · 1 like · 3,501 followers View post →