Adolescent Smoking Vaping and the Oral Cavity
OCE Courses
Adolescent Smoking, Vaping, and the Oral Cavity
Speaker: Dr. Andrew Young, DDS, MSD
1.0 CE Units
Course Description:
Smoking and vaping are not uncommon among patients in pediatric dental practices. Studies indicate that they increase the risk for a number of oral conditions, including caries, periodontal disease, and fungal infections. Despite these risks, adolescents and teens are pushed/pulled
toward vaping or smoking by a multitude of factors. The
pediatric dentist plays an important role in recognizing
possible vaping/smoking in a patient and educating the
patient and responsible adults in the risk