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Tobacco and Gum Disease

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Watch this video about tobacco and gum disease on HowStuffWorks. People who smoke and chew tobacco are more likely to have higher deposits of plaque and tarter on their teeth. Learn about tobacco and gum disease in this video from the American Dental Association.

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Nicotine Damages Arteries (1:31)

Watch this video about nicotine and its effects on all types of animals,including humans. Researchers have found evidence that nicotine is linked to atherosclerosis in mice. See how nicotine works in this video from ScienCentral.

Crack Killing More Kids (1:36)

Watch this video from the University of Florida discussing why a resurgence of cocaine-related deaths are being attributed to students and high-income adults. Cocaine deaths in Florida have nearly doubled in the past five years.

Don't Use Spit Tobacco (0:59)

Watch this video about the affects of spit tobacco on oral health on HowStuffWorks. The use of spit tobacco greatly increases the risk of disease and oral cancer. Learn about the affects spit tobacco has on oral health in this video from the... More »

Quit Smoking: The Great American Smokeout (0:59)

Watch this video about the Great American Smokeout and why you should quit smoking on HowStuffWorks. The Great American Smokeout is held every November and large campaigns are organized to help people quit smoking. Learn why you should quit smoking... More »

Alcohol Danger (1:30)

Watch this video about the dangers of alcohol on HowStuffWorks. National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (NCAAW) was held recently and from video games that simulate drunk driving to beer goggles that impair vision, college kids nationwide all too... More »

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