Effects of Vape Use on Oral Health: A Review of the Literature

Effects of Vape Use on Oral Health: A Review of the Literature

21 February 2024 | Alin M. Jacob, Matías F. Escobedo Martínez, Enrique Barbeito Castro, Sonsoles Junquera Olay, Sonsoles Olay García, Luis Manuel Junquera Gutiérrez
This review examines the effects of vaping on oral health, highlighting the increased risk of periodontitis and caries associated with vape use. The study analyzed 22 articles published between 2017 and 2023, focusing on the oral health impacts of vaping, including periodontal disease, gingivitis, and reduced antioxidant capacity of saliva. Vaping is linked to an increased risk of oral diseases, with users experiencing more oral problems than non-smokers, though less severe than traditional smokers. The review emphasizes the need for awareness campaigns to inform the public about the potential risks of vaping. Vaping devices produce harmful substances, including nanoparticles, volatile organic compounds, and heavy metals, which can contribute to oral inflammation and tissue damage. The study also notes that flavored e-liquids may have a more detrimental effect on oral microbiota compared to unflavored ones. Additionally, vaping is associated with an increased risk of caries and oral mucosal lesions. The review concludes that vaping poses significant oral health risks, particularly among young people, and underscores the importance of educating dental professionals and the public about these risks. The study highlights the need for further research to better understand the long-term effects of vaping on oral health.This review examines the effects of vaping on oral health, highlighting the increased risk of periodontitis and caries associated with vape use. The study analyzed 22 articles published between 2017 and 2023, focusing on the oral health impacts of vaping, including periodontal disease, gingivitis, and reduced antioxidant capacity of saliva. Vaping is linked to an increased risk of oral diseases, with users experiencing more oral problems than non-smokers, though less severe than traditional smokers. The review emphasizes the need for awareness campaigns to inform the public about the potential risks of vaping. Vaping devices produce harmful substances, including nanoparticles, volatile organic compounds, and heavy metals, which can contribute to oral inflammation and tissue damage. The study also notes that flavored e-liquids may have a more detrimental effect on oral microbiota compared to unflavored ones. Additionally, vaping is associated with an increased risk of caries and oral mucosal lesions. The review concludes that vaping poses significant oral health risks, particularly among young people, and underscores the importance of educating dental professionals and the public about these risks. The study highlights the need for further research to better understand the long-term effects of vaping on oral health.
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Understanding Effects of Vape Use on Oral Health%3A A Review of the Literature