Does smoking weed cause tooth decay or cavities?

Technically…. Yes, But most likely no… One of the effects of smoking or consuming thc is dry mouth. Also known as the pasties. When you are high your saliva glands are not getting the proper signals it needs to continue the saliva production. read more

Smoking weed/tobacco does not directly cause decay or cavities, however they may contribute to it indirectly by compromising blood flow to your gums and pulp tissue. Thanks for the request. read more

Yes, like cigarettes, pipes and cigars do lead to oral health problems. According to results of a 23-year long study published in the Journalof the American Dental Association, cigar smokers experience tooth loss and alveolar bone loss (bone loss within the jawbone that anchors teeth) at rates equivalent to those of cigarette smokers. read more

Smoking irritates gum tissue and reduces blood flow to the gums, causing damage that can result in the gums pulling away from the teeth [source: Inland Empire Perio]. Smoking may account for around 75 percent of periodontal disease (gum disease) experienced by adults. read more