Smoking electronic cigarettes, or vaping, may or may not be better for overall health than tobacco cigarettes but are they better for oral health. As e-cigarettes are still relatively new, there is little hard data available.
However, some dental experts have expressed concerns and doubt if vaping is any less harmful than its tobacco-based counterpart. E-cigarettes contain nicotine which:
– Inhibits blood flow to soft tissue
– Lowers the body’s immune response
– Increases risk of infections
Vaping produces less staining of the teeth but the nicotine “can cause gum tissue to recede” and your dentist should be informed if you use e-cigarettes to avoid possible problems. You can find more information at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-vaping-impact-your-oral-health/
