Since so many post about possible or perceived health issues related to vaping. I thought I'd share what my dentist had to say at my last visit. I will state off the bat I have always had weak enamel and prone to cavities and such.
To keep the story short have a couple of cavities and I asked my dentist about my vaping and the possible effects on my teeth. He said that vaping was a better option over smoking if I were going to do one or the other. That smoking can increase certain bacteria as well as staining and such, however said there were a few things to pay attention to with vaping.
He is a vaper as well, which gives me even more reason to heed and pass on his advice.
1. Drink plenty of water
2. Avoid/limit sugar drinks; tea, colas, lemonades, Kool-Aid, etc.
3. Avoid/limit sweets and brush after
4. Use a mouth wash that promotes saliva production and good bacteria example Biotene
5. Limit intake of citrus fruits like lemons and limes
Most of this is normal stuff that many of us already know but thought people might find this interesting. He told me that with vaping and the dryness it can cause, can really amplify the effects of sugars and acids on a person's teeth. Then said that most long time smokers and smokeless tobacco users are already at a higher risk of gum disease and tooth decay anyways. So just stay hydrated, eat right, brush and floss and there is to him little to no damaged caused by vaping.
Now I never thought vaping was causing any dental problems but with all I keep seeing posted about it "causing this and that" figured it'd be nice to share some good news. I did ask him, cause I have had a few people tell me they have more noticeable bad breath since vaping. He said they need to see a dentist if it's been awhile just to get a check up to make sure nothing is wrong. Then said it could be from not hydrating, as dry mouth can cause bad breath. Then said the biggest thing is, it is probably not any worse than it was before vaping. Stated that since our sense of smell comes back better after not smoking, people are probably just realizing what others have known for years and laughed.
To keep the story short have a couple of cavities and I asked my dentist about my vaping and the possible effects on my teeth. He said that vaping was a better option over smoking if I were going to do one or the other. That smoking can increase certain bacteria as well as staining and such, however said there were a few things to pay attention to with vaping.
He is a vaper as well, which gives me even more reason to heed and pass on his advice.
1. Drink plenty of water
2. Avoid/limit sugar drinks; tea, colas, lemonades, Kool-Aid, etc.
3. Avoid/limit sweets and brush after
4. Use a mouth wash that promotes saliva production and good bacteria example Biotene
5. Limit intake of citrus fruits like lemons and limes
Most of this is normal stuff that many of us already know but thought people might find this interesting. He told me that with vaping and the dryness it can cause, can really amplify the effects of sugars and acids on a person's teeth. Then said that most long time smokers and smokeless tobacco users are already at a higher risk of gum disease and tooth decay anyways. So just stay hydrated, eat right, brush and floss and there is to him little to no damaged caused by vaping.
Now I never thought vaping was causing any dental problems but with all I keep seeing posted about it "causing this and that" figured it'd be nice to share some good news. I did ask him, cause I have had a few people tell me they have more noticeable bad breath since vaping. He said they need to see a dentist if it's been awhile just to get a check up to make sure nothing is wrong. Then said it could be from not hydrating, as dry mouth can cause bad breath. Then said the biggest thing is, it is probably not any worse than it was before vaping. Stated that since our sense of smell comes back better after not smoking, people are probably just realizing what others have known for years and laughed.
I quit drinking soda, but I'm in Alabama. I have to drink sweet tea haha.
