Smoking Cessation
If you are a smoker, your dental care needs are more demanding than those of a non-smoker. In fact, cigarette smoking is a leading cause of tooth loss. Smoking also increases your risk for gum disease, loss of bone structure, inflammation of the salivary gland, leukoplakia (precancerous condition) and development of lung, throat or oral cancer.
In addition to the critical risks mentioned above, other factors for smokers to consider include:
If you are a smoker, your dental care needs are more demanding than those of a non-smoker. In fact, cigarette smoking is a leading cause of tooth loss. Smoking also increases your risk for gum disease, loss of bone structure, inflammation of the salivary gland, leukoplakia (precancerous condition) and development of lung, throat or oral cancer.
In addition to the critical risks mentioned above, other factors for smokers to consider include:
- A consistent build up of plaque and tartar
- Stained teeth
- Bad breath
