Because smoking affects the oral health

suffers the oral cavity the direct action of smoke constituents for inhalation, retention and expulsion in the mouth. Its irritating and toxic components, produce a continuous micro-aggression which affects the teeth and the whole mouth (gums, teeth, saliva, etc.). And interferes in all chemical processes. Smoking affects the parts of the mouth: – In the teeth, stained teeth and yellow film formation, besides the increase in dental plaque and tartar. – In the gums, periodontal disease Promotes . – In the breath produces halitosis in the teeth :

Smoke in their transit through the mouth of its components deposited on the teeth, forming a resin film composed of tar, nicotine, dental plaque and other substances. This film adheres strongly to tooth staining in yellow spots forming at the points where these materials are concentrated. The tooth surface covered with smoke constituents facilitates the formation of dental plaque, which if not cleaned effectively, and form a calcified plaque that having nicotine, tar. acquires a dark brown color, which negatively affects both the health of your mouth and your aesthetics. Snuff smoke weakens the redox potential of oral ecosystem, favoring the proliferation of bacteria that form plaque. The film forming resinous components of smoke on the teeth is a breeding ground where plaque attaches and develops. The plaque causes acidity that attacks the enamel and irritate the gums, promoting tooth decay and gingivitis. If the plaque is not removed efficiently to form tartar. Increased presence of plaque, generate organic acid. This acidity and disintegrate decalcified tissues. First attacks the enamel, dentin and later after the flesh, drilled and starting the destruction that ends with the loss of the tooth.

In gum , smoke produces an inhibition of gingival microcirculation, reducing oxygen supply to cells and nutrients to the body’s response to gingival inflammation. Increases the formation of plaque and tartar, direct assets in their development and reducing defense mechanisms against these bacteria which allows them to further destruction of the fasteners of the teeth. The inhibitory effect caused by the smoke causes the gum does not bleed, so the smoker does not see the progression of gingivitis which is inflammation of the gums or periodontal disease that causes loss of teeth by destroying the surrounding support them. In the case of smoking, plaque and tartar are empowered by smoke constituents, the main asset in their advance. The gum receives less blood and oxygen, while decreasing defense mechanisms against bacteria of the plaque, they become more aggressive and more actively destroy the tissues supporting the teeth. In breath : Components smoke are crucial in the formation of bad breath with smokers due to the impregnation of the oral tissues with these components and changes in the quantity and quality of saliva, as well as the balance of oral flora and increased plaque. Studies have shown that smokers often suffer from dental cavities, plaque and oral candidiasis, periodontitis, and in other cases may have oral cancer but the relationship with smoking has not been established. Can also occur multiple whitish micronodules, located diffusely over the palate, due to the irritant effect of smoke on tissues (stomatitis smoker).

It has been determined that the snuff alters the immune response to infections, decreased ability to repair the tissues of the mouth and delayed wound healing, so the dentist may even contraindicate a particular treatment, such as titanium implants for example, where it has been found after 5 years of postoperative observation, smokers are 2 times more risk of losing their teeth about non-smokers. Further information on the snuff : In preventing oral smoking some laboratories have taken toothpastes and mouthwashes on the market with the highest specific fluoride than usual and with elements that activate salivation to improve the state bucal.Pero actually we all know that the best prevention to avoid the occurrence of any of these conditions is to stop smoking.

The entry into force of the smoking ban on 2 January this year, is the reason that many smokers have been raised and attempting to stop smoking, however, there are many who give up a few days trial. Spain is the EU country with the highest smoking rate, with 34.4% of smokers older than 16 years, according to the National Survey of Health, Ministry of Health. Cigarettes contain many harmful substances that affect our body in general and especially to oral health.

Therefore, Smiling Clinic (C / Hortaleza 70, Tel 91 523 32 72, Madrid) , wanted to raise awareness among smokers that smoking has risks to oral health and its consequences, and offer treatment specifically for smokers and former smokers:

1. Cancer of the oral cavity : areas with higher incidence of oral cancer are: tongue, floor of mouth, lip and salivary glands. The risk of oral cavity cancer in a smoker is 6 times that of a nonsmoker. This cancer is one of the most aggressive conditions and mortality rates produces as well as by the effects of treatment.

2. The appearance of stained teeth and the formation of a yellow film : the smoke as they pass through the mouth of the components deposited on the teeth, causing the appearance of a resin film composed of tar, nicotine, dental plaque and other substances. This layer is essentially adheres to the teeth, staining yellow, and the point where the most concentrated favoring the appearance of dark spots. Continue Reading

The OCU has conducted a survey on oral health in our country. This study shows that oral hygiene habits of many users are clearly improved. In 2010 the Spanish spent on average 289 euros at the dentist.
Madrid, February 8, 2011. The OCU has conducted a survey of more than 1,000 Spanish to understand the perception of oral health care habits of your teeth and gums and economic effort involving visits to the dentist. First conclusion: the average expenditure per person a dentist in the last year has been of 289 euros. All information on this oral health survey published in the journal Health OCU-February.
Dental health problems in 4 of 10

The OCU says there is a direct relationship between good care of teeth and mouth and good health. Daily cleaning (brushing and proper use of dental floss), smoking, alcohol consumption and little anecdotal sugar is synonymous with fewer cavities and increased satisfaction with the appearance of the mouth of the respondent.
The OCU asked respondents about their perception of the health of your teeth and gums for about 30% admit that their health is only fair and 10% consider it bad.
It also asked about the most common problems that would have been during the last 3 months: caries, bleeding gums when brushing, gums or sensitive teeth and difficulty eating certain foods are the most common problems.
Another concern is the aesthetics of respondents, and nearly half say they are dissatisfied with the color of their teeth and 40% with form. Apparently, the denture is not a panacea, since 19% of respondents are not satisfied with the color and 11% with the appearance of the prosthesis.
Hygiene habits and very upgradeable

The study shows that OCU oral hygiene habits and the Spanish are clearly improved: 38% of the Spanish did not get to perform 2 brushed daily and 49% of respondents never use dental floss, which is an essential measure for ensure good hygiene. 26% of the Spanish smoking and consumption of sugar is quite high, as shown in the chart.

Smoking nearly doubles the risk that smokers need root canals in teeth, according to a study published the Journal of Dental Research.

Previous studies had determined that cigarette smoking changes the color of the teeth and cause gum disease, the article to be published in April and was released today on the Internet.

“The findings substantiate what most of us already know: Smoking damages health,” said epidemiologist Elizabeth Krall Kaye, the Veterans Hospital in Boston, who is also professor of health policy at the School of Medicine, University of Boston. Continue Reading

Numerous studies on snuff and periodontitis have shown that smoking can cause and aggravate conditions in the mouth.

The snuff can cause serious disruptions in the area of periodontal (gum, dental cement, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone).

Smoking disrupts the ecosystem mouth. When the microbiological balance is altered, increasing the number of harmful bacteria in the mouth. This alteration causes a series of ailments related to periodontics.

We can divide the losses into two categories of snuff: snuff smoke and toxic products.

Snuff smoke

Through direct exposure to smoke from tobacco, snuff and alters locally damaged oral health. The temperature of the smoke and all accompanying irritants that injure the lining of the mouth. Continue Reading