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Was wondering if i quit smoking weed now will my teeth and lungs heal ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Cannabis: I don't know what your lung condition is. Tobacco is a respiratory irritant - so stopping it's use is a step in the right direction. Regarding your teeth- that really will depend on what condition they are in.

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Answered 10/4/2016

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