Oral health practices and self‑reported adverse effects of e‑cigarette use among dental students in 11 countries: An online survey

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2022

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BMC

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E-cigarette use has become popular, particularly among the youth. Its use is associated with harmful general and oral health consequences. This survey aimed to assess self-reported oral hygiene practices, oral and general health events, and changes in physiological functions (including physical status, smell, taste, breathing, appetite, etc.) due to E-cigarette use among dental students. This online, multicounty survey involved undergraduate dental students from 20 dental schools across 11 different countries. The questionnaire included demographic characteristics, E-cigarette practices, self-reported complaints, and associated physiological changes due to E-cigarette smoking.

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E-cigarette, Smoking, Dental students, Oral health, Dental health professionals, South Africa

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Alhajj, M. N. et al. (2022). Oral health practices and self‑reported adverse effects of E‑cigarette use among dental students in 11 countries: An online survey. BMC Oral Health, 22(1),18. 10.1186/s12903-022-02053-0