Substance Use Disorders
People with tobacco use disorder are at higher risk of:
- Oral cancer
- Periodontal disease
People with alcohol use disorder may develop:
- Oral cancer (synergistic with tobacco)
- Poor hygiene and resultant caries or periodontal disease
People with other substance use disorders are at higher risk of:
- Dental caries due to dry mouth from substances
- Tooth loss and dental pain from inability to provide self-care or access dental treatment
Periodontal disease
Oral Cancer
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