Smoking and Oral Health

Surprisingly, many smokers need to be made more aware of the dangers of tobacco use and their oral health.  Tobacco use may be one of the most significant risk factors in the development and progression of periodontal disease.  In addition, following any oral surgery or gum treatment, chemicals in tobacco can slow down the healing process.

Other Oral Problems Associated With Tobacco Use:     

• Oral cancer.                                                                        

• Bad breath.

• Stained teeth.

• Loss of taste.

• Less success with periodontal treatments and implants.

• Gum recession.

• Mouth sores.

• Facial wrinkling.