12 Dec, 2022

How smoking affects your oral health:

Formation of plaque and tartar

Smoking can contribute to plaque formation, tobacco is known to affect the flow of saliva in the mouth. The main function of saliva is to fight harmful bacteria and also remove food particles from your teeth and gums. so less saliva increases the risk of plaque and tartar buildup later in life later.

smoking can damage gum tissues, eventually leading to gum diseases and also restricting, blood circulation in your body.

smokers notice a delay in healing after undergoing oral surgery or any other treatment.

gum and teeth blood when brushing and flossing

Oral cancer

Studies indicate that smokers have an increased risk of developing cancers of the mouth, throat, or lips

Causing bad breath or halitosis

Regular smoking can also cause you to develop halitosis. Try to  maintain good oral hygiene habits and quit smoking to solve this problem

Smoking contributes to the formation of yellow spots on the teeth. Yellow or discolored teeth not only hinder the beauty of your smile but also affect your oral health.