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More than ever, a growing body of evidence reveals the negative affects of tobacco on oral health. The AAP has quite a few resources on this topic, and they might even motivate you to kick the smoking habit.

News Releases
Smokers May Want to Kick Butt Before Dental Procedures
Swedish researchers may have found why tobacco smoking impairs the outcome of surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapy. According to the findings published in the Journal of Periodontology, smokers will want to quit before oral surgery in preparation for a prompt recovery.
Cigar and Pipe Smoking Are as Dangerous as Cigarettes to Periodontal Health
Hollywood stars have appeared on covers of cigar magazines sending the message that cigar smoking, a growing habit among the young and affluent, is sophisticated. What the covers don't show is models with missing teeth because cigar and pipe smoking may have nearly the same adverse effects on periodontal health and tooth loss as cigarette smoking.
Research on Tobacco and Gum Disease
Cigarette Smoking and the Periodontal Patient
The Effect of Cigareté Smoking on Gingival Bleeding
The Role of Cigarette Smoking in the Association Between Periodontal Disease and Coronary Heart Disease
More Information You Don't Want to Miss
Extinguish the Tobacco Habit or Watch your Teeth Fall Out
Tobacco Use and Periodontal Disease
DISCLAIMER: The information in this newsletter should not be used as a substitute for the care and advice of your personal periodontist or dental professional. Each individual's treatment is unique and your periodontist will recommend treatment based on individual facts and circumstances.

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