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The effects of smoking on the body are well documented and the teeth and mouth are no exception. Quitting smoking has numerous benefits for the oral health such as:
- Less staining of teeth; cigarette smoke causes one of the most difficult to remove stains on the teeth which require frequent professional cleans to remove
- Better sense of taste and smell
- Less bad breath
- Reduced occurrence of dry mouth
- Improvement in the state of your gums; smoking is one of the main causes of periodontal disease where teeth become loose and are lost over time
- Less chance of infection of the oral cavity and sinuses as your immune system recovers and is better able to fight off bacteria
- Reduced risk of oral lesions such as cancer
If you are ready to quit, talk to your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist or even your dentist as they are willing to help and point you in the direction of a newer, healthier you
Next week: Tips to Quit Smoking