2023-06-15 09:09:28
The drug problem is currently one of the biggest problems that countries in the world suffer from, and they are striving to combat it. Because of its serious damage to the health, social, economic and security aspects, and this problem is no longer confined to one type of drug or to a specific country or a specific class of society, but rather includes all types and classes, and many new compounds have appeared that have a clear effect on the nervous system and the brain And it continued to destroy the human body, and every part of it, including the mouth and teeth.
The study showed that addicts are more susceptible to diseases and problems of the mouth and teeth than non-addicts, and this is due to many reasons, including: neglect and lack of interest in dental hygiene, and other reasons related to the type of drug ingested and the way it is taken.
Our motto is to make our beloved kingdom free of drugs and smoke.
As smoking affects the smoker’s teeth, with every breath of cigarette smoke, the smoker breathes in approximately 70004 harmful and toxic chemicals, including: formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, ammonia and arsenic.
Among the consequences of smoking on oral health is that it leads to an increased risk of gum disease and its regression leading to tooth loss, reduces blood flow to the gum tissue, and delays the healing of the gums following the treatment provided to them, which may lead to a condition known as “dry pocket following oral surgery.” And it leads to the formation of tartar and bacterial deposits around the teeth, inflammation of the roof of the mouth, bad breath, and the teeth acquire a yellow color. As a result of the heat of toxic substances on the papillae of the tongue, it affects the amount of mucous oral saliva, causing “oral dryness.”
Signs and symptoms of oral cancer include lumps or bumps along and under the tongue or in the cheeks and lips, lesions, sores or white patches in the mouth, discomfort when moving the mouth, and difficulty swallowing.
One of the ways to avoid dental problems resulting from smoking is to develop an appropriate plan for dental care, preferably supervised by a dentist, and to ensure that the teeth are cleaned in the correct way with a toothbrush, and it is preferable to use an electric brush to prevent the accumulation of bacterial plaque, and to ensure the regular use of regular or water floss between the teeth, which prevents Accumulation of plaque and tooth decay, quit smoking, and visit the dentist regularly for check-ups and periodic cleaning of teeth.
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