Ok. I know SO MANY OF YOU THINK THIS IS SO GROSS. But, I quit smoking and am using "dip" to help. (Wolf STRAIGHT LONG CUT) This is the straight, non flavored, or minty stuff. I think this stuff doesn't have any, or as much sugar and/or the stuff that cuts into your gums or whatever. Do I need to quit this when I get the canker sores or notice other things? I haven't really noticed anything for a while so what is so bad? I have a couple cavities, but that could be from sugary food, my lifetime with no dental. (too much info) thankyou
2007-01-09 20:04:55 · 5 answers · asked by dredogg024 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
There is no magic number. You are running a high risk of oral and phayngeal cancer. You may be lucky and not have the genes that put you at the highest risk, but you won't know that until it's too late. It is the nicotine and other chemicals that are the culprits. Getting sores in your mouth is not a good sign. I wouldn't take the risk. I have seen too many people ruined by tobacco from all sources. Tongue cancer and even heart disease are other risks you are taking. Is it really worth it? There are some great ways to quit out there, I think it would be worth it.
2007-01-09 20:14:11 · answer #1 · answered by Sandy A, RN 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have been chewing Copenhagen for over 20 years, I have bad teeth and a big pocket in my lip. I SHOULD stress to you to quit as soon as you can!!! It's not good for you in any way at all. I have tried several times to quit and can't. A dip is a REALLY bad alternative to smoking. If you've just started....STOP NOW, or you will be addicted for a loooong time. I have known guys who have had their lips removed and still want a dip.
"It's a nasty habit and if you haven't started, don't" - Chris Ledeoux - Copenhagen
2007-01-10 04:16:06 · answer #2 · answered by rswdew 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dipped for 2 years and developed the white spots that my dentist said were the beginning of mouth cancer so I guess its relative...
2007-01-10 04:08:17 · answer #3 · answered by fearless4_7 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
One dip is to much. Quit for you!
2007-01-10 04:07:52 · answer #4 · answered by LSD 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Quit now.
2007-01-10 04:12:52 · answer #5 · answered by sweetnbitter 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋