Vaping Is More Dangerous Than You Think

Creator

Chantel Perreault, University of New EnglandFollow
Jodi Poirier, University of New EnglandFollow
Chantelle Vazquez, University of New EnglandFollow
Kaelyn Gallipeau, University of New EnglandFollow

Faculty Advisor(s)

Lisa Potter

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Description

It is predicted that cigarette smokers and users of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) have poor periodontal health and greater levels of the inflammatory cytokines IL-15 and IL-18 in their saliva, compared to nonusers. Electronic cigarettes heat the liquid within the cartridge at a level that permits the individual to inhale. The inhalation within the lungs leads to tooth decay, gum disease and even oral cancer. The studies included in this review revealed that e-cigarette users had a higher risk of periodontal disease, tooth loss, and bone loss. This is due to vapor leaving a residue behind on teeth, known as biofilm. This biofilm causes the individual to become more susceptible to periodontal disease.

Publication Date

11-2023

Disciplines

Dental Hygiene

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© 2023 The Authors

Preferred Citation

Perreault, Chantel; Poirier, Jodi; Vazquez, Chantelle; and Gallipeau, Kaelyn, "Vaping Is More Dangerous Than You Think" (2023). Dental Hygiene Student Research Posters. 20.
https://dune.une.edu/dh_studpost/20