Published 12:19 IST, September 25th 2019

Tooth staining, oral health issues resulting from smoking: How to quit

Most individuals know it’s terrible for their health to smoke. Smoking can trigger a lot of distinct medical issues and, in some instances, deadly illnesses.

Reported by: Simran Gandhi
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Most individuals kw it is terrible for ir health to smoke. It can trigger a lot of distinct medical issues and, in some instances, even dely illnesses. Many individuals, however, do t realize harm to ir mouth, gums, and teeth caused by smoking. Due to tobacco, nicotine, and tar, one of consequences of smoking is stains on teeth. It can yellow your teeth in a very short period of time, and heavy smokers often complain that after years of smoking ir teeth are almost brown.

How can smoking affect my oral health?

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Smoking creates bacterial plague, which les to gum diseases. Gums are impacted due to absence of oxygen in bloodstream caused by smoking, so infected gums do t heal. Smoking can cause cancer of lungs and throat, and it is also one of major causes of mouth cancer. Every year, thousands of individuals die from smoking-induced mouth cancer.

Smokers are likely to have more b breath than n-smokers. Breath products like mouthwash may help disguise problem in short term, but y won’t cure it. It is essential that you frequently visit your dentist for a regular check-up and complete mouth examination so that you can spot any or smoking-related problems quickly.   

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TIPS TO QUIT SMOKING

Consider nicotine replacement rapy

Withdrawal of nicotine may give you heaches, impact your mood, or sap your energy. Nicotine replacement treatment may curb se urges.

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Avoid alcohol and or triggers

It’s more difficult to stick to your -smoking objective when you drink. So when you try to quit, restrict alcohol. Likewise, if you have a habit of smoking while having coffee, n switch to tea for a couple of weeks.

Clean your house

Toss all your ashtrays and lighters once you’ve smoked your last cigarette. Wash any clos that smell like smoke and clean carpets, draperies, and clothing. To get rid of that familiar scent, use air fresheners. You don’t want anything that reminds you to smoke.

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Your reward

In dition to all health vants, all cash you save is one of vants of giving up cigarettes.

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08:49 IST, September 25th 2019