One Cigarette Can Wreck Your Dental Health!

Did you know that even the smoke from one cigarette can damage your dental health?

Recently, a survey found that 15% of respondents both smoked and drank alcohol. Patients who both drank and smoked received more implant procedures, and the average number of implants was 1.45 higher than in patients who did neither.

Many people know that smoking causes tooth discoloration. However, the effects of smoking on teeth are not limited to discoloration. Smoking causes dry mouth, and the chemicals in cigarette smoke can lead to cavities and gum disease. This increases the risk of tooth loss, and as a result, the need for implant procedures is rising.

Although smoke-free zones are increasing, there are still many smokers. As a result, while in the past prosthetic treatment for tooth loss was mainly received by older adults, recently more younger people have also been seeking treatment related to tooth loss.

▶ Regaining Your Smile with Implants

Implants are one of the prosthetic procedures that provide the strongest biting force. In particular, because implants are placed rather than fitted over the gums, their chewing ability is excellent. This procedure greatly reduces the burden caused by tooth reduction, and because implant prosthetics can be made in a color almost identical to the patient's natural teeth, patient satisfaction is increased.

Implants are one of the long-lasting procedures, and with proper follow-up care, they can be used for even longer. For 2 to 3 days after the procedure, it is best to avoid hot/cold compresses and strenuous exercise, and for 2 to 3 weeks, it is advisable to refrain from drinking alcohol and smoking.

Looking at a span of 10 years, implant treatment is one of the economical options for regaining your smile without inconvenience. Why not look forward to a better future through implants with a wise choice?