Németh, O.; Sipos, L.; Mátrai, P.; Szathmári-Mészáros, N.; Iványi, D.; Simon, F.; Kivovics, M.; Pénzes, D.; Mijiritsky, E. Snus Use in Adolescents: A Threat to Oral Health. J. Clin. Med.2024, 13, 4235.
Németh, O.; Sipos, L.; Mátrai, P.; Szathmári-Mészáros, N.; Iványi, D.; Simon, F.; Kivovics, M.; Pénzes, D.; Mijiritsky, E. Snus Use in Adolescents: A Threat to Oral Health. J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13, 4235.
Németh, O.; Sipos, L.; Mátrai, P.; Szathmári-Mészáros, N.; Iványi, D.; Simon, F.; Kivovics, M.; Pénzes, D.; Mijiritsky, E. Snus Use in Adolescents: A Threat to Oral Health. J. Clin. Med.2024, 13, 4235.
Németh, O.; Sipos, L.; Mátrai, P.; Szathmári-Mészáros, N.; Iványi, D.; Simon, F.; Kivovics, M.; Pénzes, D.; Mijiritsky, E. Snus Use in Adolescents: A Threat to Oral Health. J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13, 4235.
Abstract
Background: Snus consumption is increasingly popular, mainly among the youth, due to the promotion of the tobacco industry and the lack of knowledge regarding its adverse effects. Even though some of its systemic complications are common knowledge, the oral consequences are rarely known.
Aim: Therefore, the objective of this study is to evaluate the oral health effects of snus consumption among a highly exposed group of adolescent athletes.
Design: Participants received an interactive presentation, followed by interviews and dental screenings by young doctors to establish trust. They were categorized into groups based on the frequency of snus usage. The oral hygiene habits and status, snus consumption habits and awareness about its adverse effects were evaluated.
Results: Statistically significantly (p
Keywords
snus, gingivitis, prevention, adolescents, smokeless tobacco, oral health
Subject
Public Health and Healthcare, Public Health and Health Services
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