NSU Research Contributions
Title : Self-perceived halitosis and associated factors among university students in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Authors : Annesha Dey, Md. Abdullah Saeed Khan, Fahima Nasrin Eva, Tariful Islam, and Mohammad Delwer Hossain Hawlader
| Journal Article Title: BMC Oral Health | Volume Number: 24 | Publication Year : 2024 |
| Index: other (PubMed) | Ranking: Q2 | Publisher Name: Springer Nature (BMC) |
| Pages : 10 | ||
| Funding Source : None |
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Direct Sustainable Development Goals : SDG3 Good Health & Well-being SDG4 Quality Education |
Indirect Sustainable Development Goals : SDG5 Gender Equality |
Sustainable Development Sub Goals : Achieve universal health coverage Build inclusive, safe, effective learning environments |
| Impact statement: This study reveals a high prevalence of self-perceived halitosis (55.97%) among university students in Dhaka, identifying that females, alcohol consumers, and those with poor tongue-cleaning habits are significantly more likely to experience bad breath. By establishing that gum bleeding and high BMI are strong predictors of this condition, the research underscores the urgent need for targeted public health education and dental interventions to mitigate the psycho-social embarrassment and potential academic impact on young adults. | Collaboration: NGO | Keywords: Self-perceived halitosis, Halitosis, Oral Hygiene, Prevalence, Smoke, Alcohol, Gender, Tongue clean, University students, Dhaka |
