Your health is the most valuable thing you have. In today's blog post, we want to talk about an often overlooked factor that can threaten it: smoking cigarettes. You might be thinking, "Oh no, not another sermon about how dangerous cigarette smoke is!" Be sure to read on, because what we want to share with you today is not only important, but could also be the key to keeping your bright smile despite cigarette smoke.
The invisible enemy: This is what happens in your mouth when you smoke!
When you smoke a cigarette, find more than 4,800 chemicals their way into your mouth, and many of them are anything but kind to your teeth and gums. nicotine and tar are the two biggest culprits. Not only are they responsible for discoloration, but, and this is even worse, they actively promote gum disease and bad breath.
The underestimated long-term damage of smoking
Over time, smoking cigarettes leads to poorer blood circulation in your gums, which can lead to slower and impaired wound healing and an increased susceptibility to infections. These include, for example, inflammatory diseases and, in extreme cases, even a higher risk of cancer of the mouth, throat and even stomach.
Not to be forgotten is passive smoke, which particularly dental health of children can have a negative impact. When you smoke, it not only affects your children's young lungs, but also their developing teeth.
What you can do now
Enough of the gloomy outlook! Let's talk about solutions. The obvious advice would be to stop smoking. But we know that's easier said than done. Therefore, it is important that, as long as you smoke, you take special care of your teeth and gums . Regular
- dentist visits,
- professional teeth cleaning and
- consistent oral hygiene
are essential to minimize the negative effects of smoking. Ideally, you should use our emmi-dent ultrasonic toothbrush .
Did you know that many of the negative effects of smoking cigarettes can be stopped and even reversed if you stop smoking? The first step could be a comprehensive consultation with your dentist or participation in a professional smoking cessation program. If you want to stop smoking, we're keeping our fingers crossed for you. We believe in you, because you can do it, and your smile will thank you! Otherwise, you are well advised to use our extensive emmi®-dent product range for oral hygiene and dental care.
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