thus, wrinkles and fine lines appear prematurely Gum disease, tooth discoloration, and bad breath: tobacco yellows teeth, increases the risk of tooth loss, and weakens the gums Deterioration of the oral and nasal mucosa, lips, and tongue, as well as taste buds, vocal cords, and salivary glands Deficiencies in vitamins B and C Damage to the cerebral arteries (effects on memory, vision, and hearing) Damage to the esophagus and stomach A 20-fold increased risk of lung cancer when smoking is combined with prolonged exposure to radon
Additionally, smoking is a major cause of oral cancer and is responsible for about three-quarters of all deaths from the disease
It was the 70s, and smoking was cool
It is also important to note that the use of nicotine-free e-cigarettes may also elicit similar changes in arterial stiffness comparable to use of ENDS containing nicotine and combustible tobacco cigarettes [41] as well as heated tobacco [83]
For example, in a people-oriented culture, the smoking employee might feel excluded or unfairly treated if theyre not welcome to work in the office