Perspective Chapter: The Impact of Electronic Cigarettes on the Oral Microenvironment
<p id="p1">The oral cavity is the first site in the human body affected by electronic cigarette aerosols, largely composed of humectants such as propylene glycol, glycerol, nicotine, and flavoring agents. Of these, flavoring agents have been shown to have notable detrimental effects on the oral micr...
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| Formato: | Capítulo de libro |
| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2025
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1222166 |
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| Sumario: | <p id="p1">The oral cavity is the first site in the human body affected by electronic cigarette aerosols, largely composed of humectants such as propylene glycol, glycerol, nicotine, and flavoring agents. Of these, flavoring agents have been shown to have notable detrimental effects on the oral microenvironment. This chapter focuses on the mucosal biology, immunology and the microbiology in the context of electronic cigarette use and (i) summarizes the current literature, (ii) indicates the gaps in knowledge, and (iii) proposes new directions of research in the topic. Considering the oral-systemic health connection and the increasing prevalence of electronic cigarette use, an understanding of the implications of vaping on oral tissues and the associated microbiome, especially as it relates to periodontitis, is paramount.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-83635-439-0 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.1011958 |