ZYN and other nicotine pouches are often marketed as a “cleaner” alternative to smoking or chewing tobacco—but from a dental perspective, they’re not harmless . They affect your gums and teeth in a few important ways: 🦷 What they do to your gums (biggest impact) Reduced blood flow: Nicotine constricts blood vessels, which limits oxygen and nutrients to your gums and slows healing Irritation at the placement site: The pouch sits directly against the gum, causing redness, soreness, or even small lesions Gum recession risk: Repeated use in the same spot can cause the gum to pull back over time, exposing tooth roots 👉 This is the biggest clinical concern dentists see—localized tissue damage exactly where the pouch sits. 🦷 Effects on your teeth Increased sensitivity: Exposed roots from gum recession can make teeth sensitive to cold or brushing Higher cavity risk (indirect): Nicotine can reduce saliva → dry mouth Less saliva = less natural protecti...
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