Dr Alexander Gaidukov gives serious reasons to quit smoking. Read here

Dr Alexander Gaidukov has given three reasons not known commonly to encourage you to quit smoking. He suggested that cigarette smoking could lead to periodontal diseases

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Quitting cigarettes sounds easier than actually doing it, which is a sad truth for most smokers. However, there’s nothing that the right amount of motivation cannot help you overcome. And there are plenty when it comes to giving up on smoking. Here are three reasons Dr Alexander Gaidukov, an expert Russian dentist, has given that are big enough motivations to quit smoking and live a healthy life.

Accentuates tartar and plaque

Almost every smoker is aware that smoking decolours the teeth, but not many know that smoking cigarette leads to the formation of tartar and plaque. According to Dr Gaidukov, plaque contains bacteria that produce harmful chemicals, weakening the enamel and encouraging cavities. If you want to prolong the health of your teeth and keep cavities at bay, quit smoking today.


Weakens taste buds

Dr Gaidukov suggested that smoking damages taste buds, probably the worst thing to happen to food lovers. The dental expert informed that the chemical in the smoke flattens the taste buds, making their receptors less effective. According to Dr Gaidukov, once the receptors get damaged, it is impossible to repair them. So, if you want to enjoy your favourite delicacies, quit smoking to protect your taste buds.

Affects the blood supply to mouth tissues
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Smoking cigarettes increases inflammation risks in the mouth, which may also result in gum diseases. Dr Gaidukov suggested that smoking weakens the immune system and affects the blood supply to the mouth tissues. Thus, it encourages the reproduction of pathogens in the oral cavity, often resulting in periodontal diseases.

FAQs


Who is Dr Alexander Gaidukov?
Russian dental expert.

Can taste bud receptors be repaired?
No.
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