Using Vapes May Set the Stage for Dental Decay

Researchers say e-cigarettes and similar devices are associated with a higher risk for cavities

by Helene Ragovin November 23, 2022

Research by faculty from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine found patients who said they used vaping devices were more likely to have a higher risk of developing cavities. With CDC surveys reporting that 9.1 million American adults—and 2 million teenagers—use tobacco-based vaping products, that means a lot of vulnerable teeth.  

As long as you keep up a vaping habit, the increased risk for cavities remains, says Karina Irusa, assistant professor at Tufts School of Dental Medicine. “It’s a vicious cycle that will not stop.” Photo: Shutterstock