Posted by ROSEMONT DENTAL CENTER on Dec 29 2020, 07:22 AM
Smoking and vaping have negative consequences on teeth as well as the overall physical health. They have dreadful effects on the health of the lungs, heart, blood cells, and immune system. The nicotine in cigarettes is also known to promote the growth of tumors and cancers such as lung cancer, breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, and pancreatic cancer.
The effects of smoking - be it with cigarettes or e-cigarettes - are similar. Take a look at the common consequences of smoking on oral health:
People who smoke need to make it a hard-and-fast rule to visit the dentist regularly, as often as the overseeing dentist recommends. This way, teeth discoloration, decay, gum disease, and the like can be prevented with effective treatments as much as possible. Dentists may also recommend special toothpaste and mouthwashes to maintain good oral hygiene and maintain good breath, at least for the short-term.
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