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A new technique for tongue brushing and halitosis reduction: the X technique

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Author(s):
de Souza Goncalves, Ana Carolina [1] ; Nogueira Martins, Marisol Corvino [1] ; de Paula, Bruna Luisa [1] ; Weckwerth, Paulo Henrique [1] ; Braga Franzolin, Solange de Oliveira [1] ; Varize Silveira, Elcia Maria [1]
Total Authors: 6
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Sagrado Coracao, R Irma Arminda 10-50, BR-17011160 Bauru, SP - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Journal article
Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science; v. 27, 2019.
Web of Science Citations: 0
Abstract

Abstract The tongue is one of the primary sources of halitosis. The manual or mechanical removal of biofilm is known to decrease oral malodor. Objective: To evaluate a new tongue hygiene technique hereby referred to as “the X technique” and its effects on both halitosis and the number of microorganisms based on microbiological parameters and diagnostic features of the breath. Material and Methods: The study included thirty patients divided into a control group (patients without systematized guidelines of lingual hygiene, but who performed the mechanical cleaning of tongue dorsum, each in its own way), the 3R group (instructed to perform the movements of the X technique for 3 repetitions at each brushing), and the 6R group (instructed to perform 6 repetitions of the technique at each brushing). After two weeks, a new data collection was performed. Results: Patients in the 6R group presented the lowest score on the organoleptic assessment scale at the second consultation, followed by the 3R group and the controls. Regarding the self-perception of breath by the method of Visual Analog Scale (VAS), the control group did not perceive improvements in oral malodor; the results of the 3R group and the 6R group were similar. Conclusion: These results indicate that the X technique improves both measurements and perceptions of halitosis. Microbiological analyses revealed greatest reduction in the 6R group. The findings show that the X technique reduces both organoleptic scores and the number of bacterial colonies, and improves users’ perceptions of their breath. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 16/10704-3 - Evaluation of a new technique tongue cleaning: analytical parameters diagnostics breath and microbiological
Grantee:Ana Carolina de Souza Gonçalves
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation