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Podcast: Behind the Smiles: The Oral Health by Dental Sage
Episode: Tobacco and its Effect on Oral Health Interview with Dr. Smita Pattanayak | Best Dentist in Yelahanka | Dental Sage
Description: Consumption of tobacco impacts our oral health negatively. Whether smoked or chewed, it may show signs of tooth decay and gum diseases. In extreme cases, it can also lead to oral cancer. The harmful chemical compounds in tobacco cause irreversible damage to the overall oral health. It also causes stains or yellowish tints on teeth and sometimes emits a bad smell from the mouth. Optimum oral health can be achieved by avoiding tobacco and following certain basic norms associated with oral health. Visiting a dentist in Yelahanka for regular dental checkups, daily brushing and flossing, and adopting a changed lifestyle...