How Does Smoking Affect My Teeth?

Smoking doesn’t only have a negative affect on your health, but it also affects your oral health too, and can damage your teeth as well!

People who smoke tend to produce more bacterial plaque, than people who do not smoke, and this can result in gum disease. This is because smoking reduces the amount of oxygen in the bloodstream so that the gums suffering from bacterial plaque, cannot heal due to lack of oxygen, compared to someone who doesn’t smoke suffering from the same condition.

What Can My Dentist Do For Me?

If you are a smoker it is very important that you see your dentist regularly so that they can make sure that your teeth and gums and whole mouth are healthy. In addition your dentist will also need to check your cheeks, tongue and throat for any signs of other conditions that may need further investigation.

Looking for more information?

Require a dental appointment, or are looking for cosmetic treatment such as teeth whitening in Tamworth, why not contact Ascent Dental Care Tamworth today, for a tailored and friendly service.