Dr Sanketh K Reddy explains the link between oral cancer and tobacco/alcohol use. He also highlights the symptoms and ...

So, having a lot of them, as well as sugary drinks, can damage the teeth and cause cavities. Smoking or using smokeless tobacco (such as chewed tobacco or snuff pouches) is linked to oral cancer.

This happens because smoking causes inflammation around the teeth and increases your risk for bacterial infections. The gums may become swollen and bleed (gingivitis) and eventually begin to pull ...