10 Reasons Not To Smoke

Family Dentistry would like to share 10 Reasons not to smoke because of how smoking affects your teeth and mouth.  For further explanation of the reasons, check out this article from WebMD.

The 10 Reasons Include:

1. Bad breath

2. Discolored or yellow teeth

3. Inflammation or swelling on the salivary glands

4. Increased plaque and tartar on the teeth

5.  Increased loss of bone in the jaw

6.  White patches in the mouth also known as leukoplakia

7.  Increased risk of gum disease

8.  Slow healing following any type of tooth extraction or oral surgery

9.  Lower rate of success with dental implants

10.  Increased risk of developing mouth cancer

Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and our entire dental team want to convey the risks involved to your mouth and teeth when you smoke.  If you are a smoker, visiting the dentist on an increased frequency is recommended to have the best dental care possible for you and your family.