Impact on Oral Health of Smoking Cigarettes, Cigars or Hookahs

This mini-review explores the extensive impacts of smoking cigarettes, cigars, and hookahs on oral health. It synthesizes research findings to highlight various oral consequences ranging from tooth pigmentation to oral cancer, emphasizing the dose-dependent effects of smoking. The review further discusses the specific risks associated with different smoking methods, including cigars’ direct oral contact and the high toxic exposure from hookahs. Additionally, it addresses the legal status and health risks of electronic cigarettes in Brazil. The paper concludes by stressing the importance of healthy habits and dental follow-ups in mitigating smoking-related oral health issues, underscoring prevention as the primary strategy against smoking-induced diseases.