Former nurse reveals how vaping ruined her teeth

A Swansea-based woman who used to be a nurse has spoken out about how an expensive vape addiction can harm teeth.

Stacey Gardiner claims that her vaping habit resulted in two black front teeth. Her natural smile was only restored after paying for clip-on veneers to conceal the damage.

As someone who regularly brushes her teeth and swerves sugary foods, Gardiner was initially unaware what had caused the issue until seeing a dentist. She was told the vapes she used left residue around her teeth and gumline. Vaping can be addictive, and nicotine patches are not always a guaranteed remedy for cravings.

Since giving up e-cigarettes, Gardiner says that the veneers have helped give her confidence, and can be easily removed outside of social situations or when she is home. While she believes vape awareness campaigns focus too much on lungs and not enough on teeth, the health authorities insist that vaping is safer than conventional smoking.

At present, all sold products must be approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) before going to market via a reputable retailer.

Elsewhere, dental experts have been assessing the impact of nicotine pouches on people’s oral health. These miniscule sachets are inserted between lips and gum in order to distribute nicotine through the bloodstream.

At present, the longer-term effects on oral health are still unclear due to a lack of detailed research. To address this, the National Institute for Health and Care Research Dental Research Facility has commissioned a study based on people’s nicotine pouch use and their impact.

To assess your oral health, contact Art of Dental Care, your trusted dentist in Chester, to arrange an appointment.