Smoking And Its Relation With Receding Gums And Periodontal Disease

 Periodontal disease is being cause by bacteria in the mouth and they form into plaque. It can be prevented by observing proper oral health hygiene such as brushing and flossing the teeth regularly.

Periodontal disease especially receding gums and smoking is associated with each other and oral hygiene may be not enough to prevent bacteria that causes periodontal diseases. The chances that a person who smoke is 300% higher that the non-smoker and treatment of periodontal disease is less effective with the smoker than the non-smoker.

Smoking impairs the body from defending itself by weakening the immune system thus getting all the essential vitamins and minerals necessary for a healthy smile. Study shows that smokers are more likely to develop severe periodontal disease. Smokers are less likely to notice if they have halitosis which is a symptom of periodontal disease because their ability to smell decreases.

Smokers are risking the health of their teeth and gums. To prevent their oral health they need to quit smoking. Observing good oral health habits together with oral health care products can greatly reduce the chances of developing gum diseases.