E-cigarettes and periodontal health: current evidence and research gaps.

Researchers reviewed evidence on electronic cigarettes and gum disease, finding that lab studies suggest e-cigarette aerosols can trigger inflammation and harm periodontal tissues, while clinical studies show mixed results—some indicating worse gum conditions in e-cigarette users compared to non-smokers, though better than traditional cigarette smokers.

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