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Study Reveals Lasting Tooth Damage from Smoking

6/23/2025

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Smoking leaves an indelible mark on teeth, according to researchers at Northumbria University. Their study uncovered that 70% of former smokers and 33% of current smokers exhibited noticeable damage to cementum, compared to just 3% of non-smokers. This finding not only sheds light on the lasting effects of tobacco but also enhances forensic and historical studies of tobacco use through the ages.

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Smoking leaves an indelible mark on teeth, according to researchers at Northumbria University. Their study uncovered that 70% of former smokers and 33% of current smokers exhibited noticeable damage to cementum, compared to just 3% of non-smokers. This finding not only sheds light on the lasting effects of tobacco but also enhances forensic and historical studies of tobacco use through the ages.