effects on your teeth chewing tobacco
The Centers for Disease Control warns that smokeless tobacco use can cause cancer, oral health problems, and nicotine addiction. The effects of chewing tobacco on your teeth and overall health are very serious. Gum Recession: Having a small âpinchâ of chewing tobacco next to your gums causes constant irritation. 2  The effect is permanent damage to your gums and the surrounding bone. 3  Damaged gum tissue pulls away from the teeth, causing sensitivity and additional exposure to tooth decay.