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 Both smoking and chewing tobacco can cause detriment to your health. Both have been proven to cause heart disease, stroke and cancer.
Spit tobacco causes tooth decay and gum disease. It also increases your risk of oral cancer. The tobacco ingredients break down gums and teeth leaving roots exposed and decayed.
Smoking causes bad breath and stains teeth. People that smoke are more likely to have plaque and suffer from gum disease which may lead to tooth loss. Smokers are also slower to heal after any type of surgery such as a tooth extraction or root canal.
If you smoke, talk to your dentist about quitting. At Biltmore Dental Center we can discuss various options for eliminating harmful tobacco in your life.
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