Tobacco Use and Incidence of Adverse Oral Health Outcomes Among US Adults in the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health Study
Abstract
Key Points Question Is the use of tobacco products, especially electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), associated with the incidence of oral health outcomes among US adults? Findings This nationally representative cohort study found associations of current combustible tobacco use with the incidence of adverse oral health outcomes and also found an association between current ENDS use and the incidence of bleeding after brushing or flossing. Meaning These findings suggest that tobacco product use is associated with the incidence of several adverse oral health outcomes, highlighting the importance of longitudinal studies and emphasizing the continued importance of tobacco cessation counseling and resources in clinical practice.
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