Tobacco cessation How often do you use tobacco
Tobacco cessation
How often do you use tobacco? How long have you used tobacco? What type of tobacco do you use?
Why should I quit? Smokers who smoke less than a half pack per day are 3 times more likely to develop periodontitis. Periodontitis is a severe infection that can result in tooth loss. Your gums may not be bleeding because the nicotene in tobacco constricts the blood vessels, not because they are healthy. Tobacco can affect the success of Periodontal treatment.
Periodontal disease Bleeding gums Red, Swollen, Tender gums Pus between teeth and gums Bone loss Loose teeth
Did you know? Did you know that cigarette smoke contains 4, 800 chemicals, 69 of those are known to cause cancer. After you quit your body begins to heal 20 minutes after your last cigarette. Nicotine leaves your body within 3 days. Within 3 months your lung function improves. You will lower your risk of developing heart disease, having a stroke, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and also periodontal disease.
How do I quit? Smokefree. gov can give tips on where to start when you want to quit Askadviserefer. org Talk to your pharmacists about quitting options Inform your family and friends you are wanting to quit.
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