Связь использования электронных сигарет и кариеса

Грабовская В.С.

СВЯЗЬ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ ЭЛЕКТРОННЫХ СИГАРЕТ И КАРИЕСА

Научный руководитель: ст. преп. Простотина О.В.

Кафедра иностранных языков

Белорусский государственный медицинский университет, г. Минск

Grabovskaia V.S.

THE LINK BETWEEN USING VAPES AND DENTAL DECAY

Tutor: senior lecturer Prostotina O.V.

Department of Foreign Languages

Belarusian State Medical University, Minsk

Резюме. Использование электронных сигарет становится все более популярным как предполагаемая более здоровая альтернатива традиционному курению.  Тем не менее, исследования показали, что вейпинг оказывает негативное влияние на здоровье полости рта и способствовует развитию кариеса.

Ключевые слова: вейпинг, электронные сигареты, курение, кариес, заболевания ротовой полости.

Abstract. The use of e-cigarettes is becoming increasingly popular as a supposed healthier alternative to traditional smoking. However, studies have shown that vaping has a negative impact on oral health and contributes to tooth decay.

Keywords: vaping, e-cigarettes, smoking, dental decay, oral diseases.

Vaping has become a popular alternative to traditional smoking in recent years, and many people use e-cigarettes as a supposedly healthier and less harmful option. However, while vaping may be less harmful than smoking in some respects, it can still have a negative impact on oral health and even pave the way for tooth decay.

One of the main ways in which vapors can contribute to tooth decay is the nicotine content. Nicotine is known to reduce saliva production, which can cause dry mouth. Saliva plays a crucial role in safeguarding teeth and gums by washing away food particles and neutralizing acids that can erode enamel. When the mouth is dry, these protective mechanisms are compromised, making teeth and gums more susceptible to decay and other dental issues. This can lead to the accumulation of bacteria and plaque in the mouth, which can eventually lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Another way vaping can contribute to tooth decay is through the heat generated by e-cigarettes. Heat can cause your teeth and gums to become more sensitive, making them more susceptible to damage and decay. Moreover, heat causes the release of toxic chemicals from e-liquid, which can further damage teeth and gums and contribute to their decay over time. In addition, the flavors and chemicals contained in the vapors also contributes to plaque formation and tooth decay.

Another factor to consider is the way vaping is used. Unlike traditional cigarettes, which are usually smoked in one sitting, vapes are often used throughout the day, exposing the mouth to constant exposure to chemicals and flavors. Such prolonged exposure can increase the likelihood of developing caries and other oral health problems.

Studies show that e-cigarettes affect the microbiome of the oral cavity. For example, in 2018, researchers from the University of New York published an article in the journal "Science Advances", in which they talked about a study during which it turned out that the use of electronic cigarettes can lead to changes in the microbiome of the oral cavity. The researchers discovered that e-cigarette users might increase the number of bacteria certain types causing inflammation. In addition, studies have also linked the use of e-cigarettes with an increased risk of periodontitis, a disease associated with gum disease and destruction of the tissues that support teeth. Although studies have not yet definitively answered the question of how e-cigarettes affect the oral microbiome, some results indicate that they may be detrimental to oral health.

E-cigarettes contain some chemicals that are present in regular cigarettes, such as nicotine and acetaldehyde. These substances can negatively affect microorganisms in the oral cavity, as they can kill or weaken beneficial bacteria and give an advantage to pathogenic microorganisms.

Recent studies have also shown that e-cigarettes can change the composition of bacteria in the oral cavity, including an increase in the number of certain bacteria associated with the development of caries.

Various methods and tools are used to determine the effect of electronic cigarettes on teeth, including: