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Can the dentist tell that i've been smoking? i only smoke every so often.
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Yes: Small salivary glands on your roof of your mouth become red and irritated.
Answered 4/15/2014
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Probably Yes: There are some tell-tale oral signs of smoking, even if you don't do it often. If your dentist suspects that you are smoking, he/she should definitely ask you about it. That's part of his/her ethical and legal responsibility towards you as his/her patient under his/her care. More importantly, however, you should be honest and forthcoming with your answers. It's confidential and can only help you.
Answered 6/11/2017
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