Here's yet another reason not to smoke...
We all have large amounts of bacteria in our saliva, most of
them good and helpful. They help to
begin the digestion of our food. Some
are helpful in warding off infection by viruses and other bacteria. Others are not so desirable, like the ones
that produce cavities and gum disease.
Studies demonstrate that smokers have fewer of the helpful
bacteria, allowing the damaging bacteria to grow in larger numbers. This increases the disease potential in the
mouths of smokers.
Also remember, second hand smoke is just as bad as primary
smoking. Don’t smoke indoors where other
non-smokers (like your children) will be forced to breath the second hand
smoke.
Cigarettes by Anna Langova
Cigarettes by Anna Langova
