In light of the numerous effects that smoking can have on
your dental and overall health, many people have successfully made the great
effort to quit the habit. Over the last few years, many others have turned to
innovative electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, as an alternative way to
receive nicotine minus the other chemicals found in tobacco smoke. Considering
the fact that a burning cigarette produces over 7,000 chemicals, a lot of which
are carcinogens, eliminating the excess can help eliminate many of the risks associated
with smoking; but is your smile really safer with the switch?
What About E-Cigarettes?
An e-cigarette is a battery-powered device that converts
liquid nicotine into water vapor. Although one of its main ingredients, nicotine
isn’t a major contributor to the health issues linked to tobacco. Nevertheless,
no scientific evidence exists to suggest that e-cigarettes are completely
harmless to your dental health, and Dr. Smith advises you not to smoke at all
to best protect your oral and physical health.
Consequences of Cigarette Smoke
In its package, a cigarette contains about 600 different
ingredients, all of which are government approved for consumption. When burned,
however, cigarette tobacco yields an arsenal of toxins and carcinogens (chemicals
known to cause cancer). These toxins can interfere with the normal function of
your oral tissues’ cells, and facilitate a friendly environment for harmful
bacteria by damaging your salivary glands. Issues associated with smoking
include;
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Mouth, throat, and other oral cancers
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Lung cancer
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Respiratory infections
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Tooth loss
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Jawbone deterioration
If you’d like to learn how you can quit smoking, speak with
your Grand Prairie family dentist today.
Dr. Quinn can also help restore the damage done to your teeth and gums caused
by tobacco use, or refer you to a specialist, if necessary, to address severe
health concerns.
About Your Grand Prairie Family Dentist:
Dr. Quinn Smith is a well-respected and highly experienced
family and children’s dentist in Grand Prairie, TX. He takes a patient-first
approach that starts from the moment patients enter our Park Tree Dental office, and he
offers a three-year guarantee on all dental work that he performs. Whether
you’re a new or returning patient, you can schedule a consultation or your next
appointment with Dr. Smith by contacting
us at (972) 262-5111.
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