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Tobacco & Tooth Restoration: Can You Get Dental Implants If You Smoke?

September 11, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — regiondentalcare @ 5:26 pm
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If you’re like most, you already know that smoking is a major health hazard. Using tobacco drastically increases your risk of cancer, heart disease, lung disease, diabetes – the list goes on and on. With that said, you might wonder: Can you get dental implants if you smoke? Your La Porte dentist takes these posts seriously, so you’ll find a detailed answer below. Just keep reading to discover why dental implant placement isn’t a smart move for chronic smokers.

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