It’s never too late to make positive changes for your health! You can improve your oral health and overall well-being by introducing numerous changes to your lifestyle. That’s why strongly encourage you to quit smoking and vaping. By taking this important step, you’ll significantly improve both your oral health and your overall health.
You will experience several benefits by cutting out these unhealthy habits:
- You’ll reduce your risk of cavities, gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer.
- You won’t suffer from chronic dry mouth or bad breath.
- Your teeth won’t have the yellow discoloration that comes from nicotine.
Both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes pose serious risks to your oral health. While e-cigarettes are often marketed as a safer alternative, they still contain nicotine and other harmful chemicals that can damage your teeth and gums.
Parents, we encourage you to talk with your teen about the damage to e-cigarettes. This helpful news segment from AP News highlights a free program that can help your teen quit:
Create the right foundation for good oral health! Call Contemporary Dentistry and Implantology at 978-278-1760 to or contact us request an appointment online for an appointment in Peabody, MA.