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First off, I want to state that I well know that all kinds of tobacco is bad for me. That being said, I recently switched from smoking Black & Mild's to chewing Grizzly tobacco. I know doing both has possible negative side effects, I was just wondering if one is "better" than the other.
Obviously, smoking is bad for the throat and lungs and chewing is bad for the gums and teeth, for the most part. I haven't researched this yet, but I believe that it;s easier to take care of the gums and teeth, as in brushing teeth and using mouthwash. I would assume doing these things would at least help out in some way, but I'm not sure.
I was wondering if anyone had any opinions or actually know if there is a difference. Like I said, I know tobacco is any form is bad for me.
Obviously, smoking is bad for the throat and lungs and chewing is bad for the gums and teeth, for the most part. I haven't researched this yet, but I believe that it;s easier to take care of the gums and teeth, as in brushing teeth and using mouthwash. I would assume doing these things would at least help out in some way, but I'm not sure.
I was wondering if anyone had any opinions or actually know if there is a difference. Like I said, I know tobacco is any form is bad for me.
http://www.healthyteeth.org/tobacco/index.html
I do not think one is worse than the other. Mouthwash&brushing may keep your teeth and breath cleaner but it will not effect the dangers of chewing. You are a smart young man....quit now while you still have your jaw.