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Can You Reverse The Effect Of Smoking On Your Teeth?
Posted on 7/24/2023 by Office
Can You Reverse The Effect Of Smoking On Your Teeth?Smoking is among the causes of oral issues. It weakens the body's immune system, making it challenging to fight oral infections. It also results in a dry mouth, which increases the risk of plaque, which is a leading cause of gum disease and tooth decay. Besides, tobacco products contain tar and nicotine, which play a part in teeth staining. Luckily, you can fix the effects of smoking on your teeth. The first thing to do to restore your oral health is to quit smoking. This will allow you to have a successful treatment to restore your teeth and gums. Here are ways you can repair the damage of smoking.

Teeth Whitening


As you are aware, smoking can discolor your teeth. When nicotine and tar enter your teeth, they leave them discolored. Your teeth may appear yellow or brown. Luckily, teeth whitening treatments can repair stained teeth. This may involve professional teeth whitening and at-home whitening options. Porcelain veneers are other ways to improve stained teeth. It is good to note that veneers do not remove the stains. A dentist places them over the surface of the teeth to hide discoloration.

Scaling and Root Planing


Scaling and root planing help to remove plaque below the gum line. This prevents gum diseases and infections and reverses gingivitis. These non-surgical treatments clean below the gums and smoothen the rough areas to prevent plaque and tartar from reoccurring.

Replace Missing Teeth


Smoking can also lead to severe cases of gum disease and tooth decay. This may result in gum recession, infections, and tooth fall loss. In this case, you can restore your teeth by replacing the missing ones. Some effective teeth replacement options involve dental implants, fixed bridges, and dentures. Call us to learn more about how to restore teeth damage caused by smoking.

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