7 Bad Effects of Vaping and Oral Health

Vaping may not be considered a safer alternative to cigarettes. They have been found to negatively impact oral health in seven different ways, but they are still less harmful than smoking traditional tobacco products.

Vape devices and e-cigarettes seem more popular among younger adults these days, so it’s important for us all to keep learning about the long-term effects of vaping on our teeth; although most people would agree that vape is much better than lighting up regular cancer sticks!

How Did Vaping Start?

An e-cigarette was invented by a Chinese scientist in 2003 and has since become a growing trend worldwide. There are many different types of electronic nicotine delivery systems, including vape pens, hookah pens and the more popular e-cigarettes.

The main ingredient is propylene glycol which creates an aerosol once it’s been converted into electricity with vaping devices (electronic cigarettes).

E-liquid consists of preloaded cartridges or can be mixed at stores using DIY kits that offer varying amounts of nicotine levels up to 36 mg/ml depending on what the user prefers as well as various flavors like menthol or fruit loops for those who enjoy sweet tastes.

Vaping Effects on Teeth and Gums

If you found yourself Googling “vaping teeth gums,” search results will show you various negative effects on teeth and the overall health of the mouth.

A study from UCLA showed that vaping causes tooth decay, gum disease, inflammation in arteries near to dental pulp tissue (makes it hard for blood flow), and an increase risk in heart attacks or strokes.

Another major problem with vaping is dry-mouth due to nicotine use which makes bacteria build up faster than normal levels as well as cause cavities since saliva isn’t there anymore  to cleanse our mouths out after eating something sugary/acidic like candy or pizza! Eek 🙁

1. Dry Mouth

The dry mouth from vaping can result in tooth decay, sores and bad breath. Propylene Glycol is a compound used as the base liquid of vapes which has been shown to cause this side effect.

2. Excess Bacteria

Vaping can cause cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay.

Excess bacteria in the mouth are linked to a number of dental problems including cavities or periodontal diseases such as gingivitis. Your teeth will be at risk for all these conditions if you vape too much because vaping causes more bacterial growth on your teeth than smoking does or with smokeless tobacco products like snuff or chewing tobacco which reduces that chance significantly “compared with non-vapers” according the study by Professor Liang’s team from University College London (UCL).

3. Gum Inflammation

Gum inflammation is a common side effect of e-cigarette use. This occurs when the chemicals in many brands trigger an inflammatory response in gum tissues, which eventually leads to periodontal disease if it happens often enough.

4. Throat Irritation

Vaping can lead to throat and mouth irritation; it is likely that vapers will experience more cases of this than non-vapers. The symptoms manifest on the gums as redness, swelling, and tenderness.

5. Cell Death

Findings from a recent study suggest that vaping can lead to cell death. The aerosols released by e-cigs cause inflammation and DNA damage on the mouth which leads cells to lose their ability to reproduce, eventually causing them to die off. This is especially troubling for oral health because it speeds up aging of these cells leading to tooth loss and bone erosion as well as other periodontal diseases like dental cavities or dry throat (xerostomia).

For now, more research needs be done before we understand how vaping impacts our general health but in the meantime people need to become aware of all risks associated with using this new technology so they can make educated decisions about whether it’s worth taking such risks with their oral health.

6. Nicotine in Vape Juice

Nicotine in vape juice may cause additional side effects, including gum inflammation and plaque accumulation. In fact, the majority of studies about vaping focus on nicotine content found in e-liquids or vape juices. Side effects from excessive use include receding gums, periodontitis (a condition where bacteria cause damage to bone), dry mouth, teeth grinding and staining due to smoking .

Vapes contain fluid with nicotine which can also result tooth decay over time as well as other symptoms like pain when chewing food properly because it’s creating a gap between your top front teeth that eventually leads you into not being able to chew effectively at all!

7. Ingredients to Avoid in Your Vape Liquid

You may not know what’s in your vape liquid, but that doesn’t mean you should keep using it. A recent study found three ingredients that are known to have harmful effects on oral health: menthol, propylene glycol and nicotine.

There are various ingredients that can cause vaping teeth stains. Flavored e-juice is also known to increase the risk of gum inflammation and should be limited for this reason as well.

How to Minimize the Side Effects of Vaping

If you have to vape, always drink water after and brush your teeth regularly. Reduce the nicotine intake in e-juices by choosing those with lower amounts of nicotine or without any altogether so that you can minimize the side effects on both gums and teeth from prolonged vaping.

Flossing and visiting an orthodontist regularly can help you maintain a healthy mouth, but it is best to check in with your dental hygienists at your family dentist every six months for consultation. This will allow them to spot any underlying conditions early on or treat them right away if they arise.

The Importance of Seeing an Orthodontist

When you vape, it’s important to visit the orthodontist regularly. Vaping has been linked with various dental health issues like loose teeth and receding gums. One thing that is noticeable about people who vapes on a regular basis are symptoms of hypersensitivity in their mouth including chronic dryness or sores taking longer than normal to heal.

Sometimes these can be signs for more serious oral problems such as swelling or bleeding gums which requires immediate attention from an expert dentist!

In Conclusion

Research has shown that vaping may not be considered a safer alternative to cigarettes.

They have been found to negatively impact oral health in nine different ways, but they are still less harmful than smoking traditional tobacco products.

Vape devices and e-cigarettes seem more popular among younger adults these days, so it’s important for us all to keep learning about the long-term effects of vaping on our teeth; although most people would agree that vape is much better than lighting up regular cancer sticks!

If you’re interested in learning how your local dental expert can help patients who use vape or other nicotine delivery systems, start by searching for them here today.

7 Bad Effects of Vaping and Oral Health

Perry Stevens

Perry heads up a dynamic marketing team that has help the leading orthodontic practices in the USA 10X their business for over a decade. He’s a tea connoisseur, avid reader, traveling and grower of exotic fruits in his permaculture food forest.