Nicotine Pouches and Your Gums: What Dentists Are Seeing
Small, discreet and smoke-free, nicotine pouches have become a common sight, especially among young adults. Many people see them as a “cleaner” alternative to cigarettes or vaping. There’s no smoke, no smell and nothing to light. But dentists are starting to notice a pattern in patients who use them regularly: sore gums, receding gumlines and changes right where the pouch sits. Here’s what you should know before you tuck another one under your lip. Continue reading
Tags: Gum Disease, Gum Recession, Nicotine Pouches, Oral Health