Secondhand Smoke and Periodontal Disease
February 21st, 2012 by sanjose_family_dentist in Uncategorized
“Exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke for a few hours each day can double a person’s risk of severe periodontal disease.”
Study links secondhand smoke and periodontal disease – American Dental Association – ADA.org
www.ada.org
It’s been clear for years that smokers have a higher risk of periodontal disease but there’s also research showing secondhand smoke can also increase the risk.
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