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Smoking and Dental Health |
Written by Melanie C
Wednesday, 18 June 2008
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Smoking is not only bad for general health; it is also bad for dental health. Studies show that people who smoke are much more likely to suffer from gum disease that causes tooth loss, tooth decay and slow oral healing after dental procedures. Cigarettes are not the only culprits; cigars, chewing tobacco and hookah pipes are just as bad. And if you thought that not inhaling would prevent problems with your teeth, then think again. Smoke goes into your mouth whether you inhale or not. Cigarettes, cigars and chewing tobacco all contain several cancer-causing toxins. Oral cancer can be deadly if not diagnosed and treated early. Why take the risk? Smoking also causes a more rapid build-up of tartar in the teeth, so you need more frequent trips to the dentist to remove it. If it is not removed, it will eventually cause gum disease, a prime reason for tooth loss. Bad breath and staining of the teeth are two other dental health issues caused by smoking. While other smokers might not notice bad breath, people who do not smoke wrinkle their noses and quickly move away from the breath of a smoker. Stained teeth are extremely unattractive and the stain cannot be removed by ordinary brushing. These are all good reasons for asking yourself if you really want to smoke. Article Source: http://www.ArticleBlast.com |
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