Washington state has recently legalized the use and sale of marijuana. In a recent dental study, cannabis, or pot, has recently been shown to increase the risk of gum and periodontal disease.
Below is a brief article I wrote about the relationship between marijuana and gum disease. More studies are needed to assess specific causes...
http://www.bellevuefamilydentistry.com/marijuana-use-increased-risk-periodontitis/
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