We don't need to tell you smoking is bad for your lungs because chances are you’re already aware of that and several other health concerns smoking can bestow upon you. Besides the link between tobacco and heart disease, stroke, emphysema, and cancer, smoking can lead to oral health problems too. At Hinesly Orthodontics, it is our duty to inform you of problems that may arise when you wear braces and smoke.
We’ve decided to create a list to update you on oral health problems that smoking can cause.
Bad breath: when you have braces, there are just more areas for bacteria. Smoking with braces often leads to more severe odor.
Tooth discoloration: smoking stains your teeth – when you have braces it is harder to brush increasing the likelihood of obvious tooth discoloration following the removal of your braces.
Inflammation of the salivary gland openings on the roof of the mouth
Increased loss of bone within the jaw; compromising your treatment time. Increased risk of developing gum disease, a leading cause of tooth loss
Delayed healing process; making mouth ulcers more painful and longer to heal.
Hinesly Orthodontics urges you to be wise and consider using your decision to invest in braces as an opportunity to quit smoking and invest in your overall oral health. There are plenty of resources and support groups out there willing to help. If you have any questions on oral health problems that can occur, contact Hinesly Orthodontics.
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Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Let Braces Be Another Reason You Quit Smoking
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