If you are a smoker, you are at a higher risk for not only
lung and circulatory problems but oral disease as well. Smoking causes cell
death and may be responsible for more than 50% of cases of adult periodontics.
It has been reported that more than 85% or all periodontal cases are present in
people who spoke. And, more than 90% of gum infections that appear to be
resistant to treatment (refractory gum disease) are found among smokers.
Smokers are 2.6 to 6 times more likely to have periodontal disease. Former
smokers are more likely to have periodontal disease. A person who smokes will
not heal as well and does not respond as well to periodontal therapy as does a
nonsmoker.
Thousands of chemicals are released during smoking, which
causes a profound effect on the immune system that is responsible for helping
us ward off infections. And since we now know that periodontal disease is an
infection, it is easy to make the connection. Many smokers show few areas of
bleeding during a periodontal charting because one of the effects of smoking is
reduced circulation.
If you are reading this, you are most likely a smoker who
has periodontal disease. Many smokers would like to stop this habit. Quitting
is not as difficult as you may imagine. The thought of it is probably the most
difficult aspect. There really are many aids today to help is to make that leap
to a healthy decision about our dental and general well-being. Our office can
be a great source for some suggestions to help you stop smoking. If you would
like us to make suggestions for a healthier lifestyle, do not hesitate to ask!
If you have any questions, please give us a call @
512-250-5012.
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