Smoking Boosts Risk for Root Canal

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"While our research doesn't explain why the risk is increased among cigarette smokers, we suspect that the body's reduced infection-fighting capabilities as a result of smoking may contribute," Kaye said.

"Other studies have also suggested that smokers experience more dental cavities, which is a major reason for root canal treatment. Hopefully, future research will be able to identify the mechanisms that explain why cigarette smokers have more root canal treatments."

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The American Dental Association has more about root canal (www.ada.org ).

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