Quitting smoking isn't easy, but there is a reason why you should make the effort to quit. Smoking causes more than just bad breath, it can lead to oral cancer - which includes the mouth, throat, salivary glands, tongue, and lips.
Early signs of oral cancer include:
- Lumps
- Red or white patches
- Difficulty chewing
- Difficulty swallowing
- Numbness in the mouth
- Thickening of the cheeks
- Voice changes
To help prevent oral cancer you should visit your dentist regularly for check-ups, and keep up on your oral routine at home by brushing and flossing daily.
