Electronic Cigarettes: A Dental Health Risk.

Dec.06.2022
Electronic Cigarettes: A Dental Health Risk.
Vaping may lead to tooth decay, changes in oral bacteria, and an increased risk of gum disease, according to a Tufts University researcher.

According to Karina Iroza, a dentist at Tufts University in Boston, USA, inhaling e-cigarettes causes the sticky and sugary components of the liquid in the device to cling to teeth, making them more susceptible to decay.


A study shows that this liquid alters the oral microbiome, making it more conducive to the growth of cavity-causing bacteria, and stimulates tooth decay in the lower front teeth area.


Karina Iroza stated that some dental research suggests a correlation between the use of electronic cigarettes and an increase in markers for gum disease.


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