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Tobacco Use and Its Effects On The Periodontium and Periodontal Therapy
Tobacco Use and Its Effects On The Periodontium and Periodontal Therapy
The Journal of contemporary dental proactice Vandana K. Ranuch TAK ID: 555130017-3
Objective
Aim: to present a review of the potential biological mechanisms underlying the effects of tobacco smoking on periodontal health & periodontal therapy US Surgeon Generals reported in 1964
Smoking causes lung cancer Associated with cardiovascula disease
Epidemiological research indicates tobacco related with incidence and prevalence of medical problems
Cancer, low birth weight, pulmonary, CVS & GI disease
Introduction
Gelesky reported that smoking is a true risk factor for periodontitis
Conclusion
Smoking is a true risk factor of periodontitis
Significant increase progressing of periodontal disease Causing poor response to periodontal therapy