smoking Flashcards
1
Q
acronym for smoking cessation
A
3 As:
ask: establish and record smoking status
Advise: on personal benefits of quitting with regards to what has been found in mouth
Act: offer help and signpost or refer to smoking cessation services
2
Q
oral side effects of smoking
A
increased oral cancer risk.
increased periodontal disease risk
increased leukoplakia and erythroplakia
stained teeth, restorations and dentures
black hairy tongue
extractions take longer to heal
3
Q
what can you say regarding e cigarrettes
A
long term effects not known
safer than traditional cigarettes
some contain nicotine so can still be addictive
recommended to try other cessation methods first e.g nicotine replacement therapy
4
Q
types of nicotine replacement therapy
A
patches
lozenges
gum
spray
