Since about 2009, novel tobacco-free oral products have emerged including nicotine pouches (Figure 2) and dissolvable pearls, available in many different flavours and nicotine strengths
For many individuals moving from smoking to vaping, the hope is to adopt a habit that is less harmful to both oral and overall health
4 Analyses of industry documents suggest that, while this product innovation may have begun as an effort to manage risk, it evolved into large-scale consumer fraud as tobacco companies own research found filters had no material effect on eliminating toxins from smoke
Your gums and teeth will thank you with a standing ovation
many people make several attempts at quitting, experiencing difficulties because of abstinence symptoms, and in the process may gain weight and may require the help of professional doctors and counselors (CDC, 2016b)