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Los Angeles, CA - Interscan Corporation, a leading manufacturer of toxic gas detection systems, continues to enable dental hygienists to accurately monitor the presence, depth, and magnitude of chronic halitosis among dental patients.

The company's flagship dental product, the HALIMETER®, is the first dental tool of its kind specifically designed to measure volatile sulfur compounds (VSC) – the chemicals that create the "bad" in bad breath. These compounds are produced by anaerobic bacteria on the patient's tongue, and are responsible for at least 80% of all cases of halitosis.

"The HALIMETER® is a front-line medical tool for dentists and hygienists, that enables measurements of bad breath to be quantified in parts per billion (ppb). The instrument incorporates sensor technology used successfully in industrial applications for more than 25 years," said Michael D. Shaw, Interscan's executive vice president. "Consumers currently spend $1 billion on temporary solutions for their bad breath problems, using over-the-counter ‘cures' that are nothing more than cover-ups. Worse, chronic bad breath might be indicative of a more serious health condition, and should be examined by a dental professional."

The HALIMETER® is part of an overall dental protocol, encompassing a thorough history and physical examination of a patient. Regular HALIMETER® readings serve as an excellent tool for the monitoring of halitosis treatment. Additional features include ease-of-use, portability, and standardized, industry-accepted technology.

Utilized by nearly 3,000 dentists in private practice and academia, the HALIMETER® opens new vistas in patient-care and practice building, while facilitating a dental hygienist's daily responsibilities.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Interscan Corporation's clients include Fortune 500 industrial companies, government agencies, and healthcare institutions. The firm's products detect a variety of toxic gases, and are used in over 100 countries.

Source: Interscan Corporation