Tobacco is a significant health problem, estimated to kill more than 5 million people per year and accounts for 1 in 10 deaths worldwide. Smoking is a risk factor for cancer, lung disease, cardiovascular disease and periodontal (gum) disease. Smokers are 2 - 7 times more likely to have periodontal disease than non-smokers.
Smoking cessation has been proven to improve gum health and should be part of periodontal therapy.
Caroline Wallace DDS
103 South Colorado Street
Salem, Va. 24153
540-387-3844
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