Non Tobacco Snuff,
IF YOU CHEW, QUIT!
Non Tobacco Snuff AND TOOTH ABRASION.
Those products have grit and sand that scratches teeth and
wears away the hard surface or enamel. Premature loss of
tooth enamel can cause added sensitivity and may require
corrective treatment.
Non Tobacco Snuff AND GUM RECESSION.
Constant irritation to the spot in the mouth where a small
wad of chewis placed can result in permanent damage to periodontal
tissue. It also can damage the supporting bone structure.
The injured gums pull away from the teeth, exposing root
surfaces and leaving teeth sensitive to heat and cold. Erosion
of critical bone support leads to loosened teeth that can
be permanently lost.
Non Tobacco Snuff AND BAD BREATH.
Common traits of long-term users are stained teeth and
bad breath. Moreover, the habit of continually spitting
can be both unsightly and offensive.
NICOTINE DEPENDENCE.
Uses are similar to those from cigarette smoking. Nicotine
addiction can lead to an artificially increased heart rate
and blood pressure. In addition, it can constrict the blood
vessels that are necessary to carry oxygen-rich blood throughout
the body. Athletic performance and endurance levels are
decreased by this reaction.
ORAL CANCER.
With the practice of "chewing" and "dipping," and its
irritating juices are left in contact with gums, cheeks
and/or lips for prolonged periods of time. This can result
in a condition called leukoplakia. Leukoplakia appears either
as a smooth, white patch or as leathery-looking wrinkled
skin. It results in cancer in 3 percent to 5 percent of
all cases.
DANGER SIGNS.
- A sore that does not heal
- A lump or white patch
- A prolonged sore throat
- Difficulty in chewing
- Restricted movement of the tongue or jaws
- A feeling of something in the throat
This condition rarely cause pain. For this reason, all
users need regular dental check-ups.
