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Smoking and Gums : A Dangerous Duo
Most people are aware that smoking is bad for their general health but they do not realise the damage that it does to their mouth, gums and teeth.
Effects of Smoking on Gums
1. Gum Recession: Smoking can cause gums to recede, exposing roots and increasing the risk of tooth decay.
2. Periodontitis: Smoking is a significant risk factor for periodontitis, a bacterial infection that can lead to tooth loss. Smokers have a 2 to 7 times higher risk of developing periodontitis compared to non-smokers.
3. Delayed Healing: Smoking can impede the healing process after oral surgery or gum treatments.
4. Increased Risk of Oral Cancer: Smoking is a primary risk factor for oral cancer, which can affect the gums, tongue, and other parts of the mouth.
5. Gum Disease Progression: Smoking can accelerate the progression of gum disease, making it more challenging to treat.
Why Smoking Affects Gum Health?
1. Reduced Blood Flow: Smoking reduces blood flow to the gums, making it harder for them to fight off infections.
2. Increased Inflammation: Smoking causes inflammation in the gums, leading to irritation and damage.
3. Weakened Immune System: Smoking weakens the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight off gum infections.
Smoking and Dental Implants
There is a significant correlation between smoking and increased implant failure rates, affecting both early and late stages of implant integration and survival. A higher daily cigarette consumption significantly increases the risk of implant failure revealing a dose-response relationship.
Smoking and Oral Cancer
Cancer can be treated successfully if detected early, but delated diagnosis can be fatal. A regular check up at our clinic, can help in detecting some Oral Manifestations. Our consultant Oral Pathologist can perform an oral check up, provide histopathologic diagnosis and also give counselling to help you quit the habit.
Quitting Smoking and Gum Health
1. Improved Gum Health: Quitting smoking can significantly improve gum health and reduce the risk of gum disease.
2. Faster Healing: Quitting smoking can help the healing process after oral surgery or gum treatments.
3. Reduced Risk of Oral Cancer: Quitting smoking can reduce the risk of oral cancer and other smoking-related health issues.
At Comprehensive Dental Care Clinique, we strongly advise you to quit smoking to improve your oral health. You can also take an appointment at our clinic to get an oral assessment and clean-up procedure.
