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The dangers of smoking are well known. In addition to lung cancer and gangrene smoking will also cause, or at least aggravate, many dental issues. It raises the risk of gum disease, greatly raises the risk of oral cancer, causes a dry mouth, and slows down the recovery after surgery.
eCigarettes (vaping) appeared on the market in around 2003. They were promoted as the safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. But safer is a relative word. While apparently not as bad as traditional smoking eCigarettes still put harmful chemicals into the body, and are especially harmful to dental health.
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eCigarettes do not produce smoke. Instead they produce a mist that contains nicotine, as well as other chemicals. The potential harm of nicotine is still debated, but it suspected to be harmful, with little indication of any benefits. But there is n debate about the other chemicals – they are definitely carcinogenic, and cause other problems.
The chemicals in eCigarette vapor will cause:
Lung cancer
Pancreatic cancer
Breast cancer
Dry mouth – leading to dental decay.
Bad breath
Increased risk of heart disease
Damaged Blood cells
Impairs immune system, leaving us open to infections and diseases.
Sore gums
Receding gums
Tooth sensitivity – hot and cold liquids feel painful
Some individuals find that it causes teeth grinding.
Ongoing use may cause tooth loss.
Some vaping liquids do not contain nicotine, so they should be less addictive. But there is still a risk of other chemicals in the vaping liquid causing harm, especially if they are heated to the point of becoming steam.
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Smoking and vaping are bad for our dental health. And our dental health impacts our overall health, greatly raising the risk of heart problems and dementia latter on. While a less harmful version of vaping might be possible in the future there is no way of knowing in advance if a new technology is safe.
It is best to avoid smoking and vaping, they have no conceivable benefits.
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