Another approach to smoking cessation is the nicotine transdermal patch (Nicoderm CQ, Nicotrol, Habitrol, others), a skin patch that delivers a relatively constant amount of nicotine to the person wearing it
While this may sound beneficial, it actually hides classic signs of gum disease
Many people who smoked find vapes work for them as substitutes because the inhalation and hand-to-mouth action mimic smoking, while the flavors are enjoyable
63 Data extracted from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Survey on Drug Use and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Office on Smoking and Health, The Health Consequences of Smoking50 Years of Progress: A Report of the Surgeon General , 2014, Sarah E
USDHHS 2015)