Best Reasons To Help You Quit Smoking Now!

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Best Reasons To Help You Quit Smoking Now!


Hey, do you always tell yourself that you are going to stop smoking a cigarette soon, but never able to. Situations always make you go back to the habit, you once quit. Don't worry. This is a list of points for you to Consider To Quit Smoking permanently.

Important Reasons to Quit Smoking 

  1. Smokers incur twice the tooth loss compared to non-smokers, due to plaque and tartar buildup that encourages dental decay
  2. Smokers are diagnosed with infected tooth roots at twice the rate of non-smokers. 
  3. The body loses its ability to fight against any infection.
  4. There is constant smoker's breath which forces people to maintain social distance from a smoker.
  5. There is an increased healing time post-extraction reported from known smokers.
  6. Smoking reduces the effectiveness of gum disease treatments (periodontal treatment) that stop or delay tooth loss.
  7. Smoking can discolor teeth. 
  8. Smoking can cause inflammation of the salivary gland openings on the roof of the mouth. 
  9. Tobacco use increases the risk of developing cancer.

How is Smoking related to gum Infections?


Gingivitis is an infection of the gums and can affect the bone structure that supports your teeth. In severe cases, it can lead to periodontitis and make your teeth fall out. Severe cases of gum disease are one of the common symptoms seen in chronic smokers

Your teeth come in direct contact when you take a drag. It’s little surprise they’re harmed by tobacco.


The common symptoms observed in the gums can be as follows:



Cigarette Stain On teeth

  • Yellowing or browning of the teeth
  • Bleeding gums
  • A buildup of calculus (hardened plaque)
  • Tooth decay
  • Dry mouth
These symptoms often lead to even greater side effects of smoking, such as:
  • Loss of teeth
  • Damaged tooth enamel


Studies have proved that there is always a weak immunity found in smokers. Thus it is very difficult for a person with a history of cigarette smoking to have healthy gums. Consequently, the healing time after a known gum infection is very long.

What does this mean for me if I am a smoker?

  • There is a definite high risk for you to have gum disease compared with a nonsmoker.
  • Risk factors also depend on the number of cigarettes one smokes per day.
  • There can be a prolonged history of gum infections in chronic smokers.
  • The success rate for the treatment of gum infections in a smoker is always less.
  • All kinds of tobacco products have been one of the main factors leading to gingivitis.

Does smoking cause bad breath?


Bad Breath


 Yes, there is - in fact, there are several reasons why people who smoke are far more likely to suffer from a particular type of oral odor called, what else, smoker's breath. The most immediate way that cigarettes cause bad breath is by leaving smoke particles in the throat and lungs. The smell of a freshly smoked cigarette can linger in the lungs for hours, hence the stale scent associated with the smoker's breath. 


Important Dental Hygiene Tips for Smokers

  1. Use mouthwash religiously. 
  2. You also want to make sure you rinse for at least 60 seconds to kill as many bacteria as possible.
  3.  Floss every day. Flossing is one of those habits that can quickly go out the window when you’re tired and dying to crawl into bed. Flossing is especially vital for smokers, as it’s an effective way to avoid the buildup of calculus on teeth.
  4. Get regular dental checkups with your dentist nearby and make sure you tell him about your habit. 
  5. This helps them in keeping a close watch and alarm you if there are any infections or lesions, which can complicate and cause more damage


Smoking and Oral Health




Smokers welcome: let's work out a session to help you Quit Smoking. Come to get a routine dental check-up at any of our dental clinics in Bangalore. We welcome all patients to our practice, whether you’re a smoker or a non-smoker.

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