Dangers of Smoking for Your Oral Health

Whether a patient has just begun the use of tobacco or has been struggling with the habit for years, it is always time to reevaluate smoking and look at some of major effects it has on one’s oral health.  As a leading Torrance dentist with years of experience, Dr. Robert Mondavi has seen firsthand many of the dangers of smoking and believes that every patient should understand the both the cosmetic and health issues involved with this addiction.

While the serious health complications may be more important, patients must not neglect how smoking will affect the appearance of their smile.  Much like sodas and coffee, tobacco smoke can permeate all parts of the mouth including the microscopic abrasions on the teeth.  This can cause serious discoloration to the teeth as well as lingering halitosis.  Patients may also experience a retraction of the gums that will present problems to health as well as the appearance of the teeth.

The more serious effects of smoking on the mouth are going to require extensive periodontal treatment.  With the immense buildup of plaque and tartar on the teeth, smokers are looking at extremely high rates of gum disease and tooth loss.  Worse yet, smoking will make a patient six times more likely to develop some form of oral cancer throughout their life.

The goal to preventing these major health complications includes great oral hygiene habits, an effective plan for quitting tobacco products, and regular visits to Dr. Mondavi.  Call Blue Sky Family Dental today to make an appointment and protect your oral health.

Source: Robert Mondavi DDS, Dentist in Torrance

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