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Definition of Halitosis

By Shawn Watson, About.com

Updated June 27, 2009

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Definition:

By definition, halitosis is simply the medical term used when referring to bad breath.
The word "halitus" is Latin for breath. Attach the Greek suffix "osis" which means condition and you have a fancy term for bad breath.

What Causes Halitosis?

Treatments and Remedies for Halitosis

Preventing Halitosis

Also Known As:

Bad Breath

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