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How long/how much smoking would it take for a smoker to develop cancer (mouth, lung etc.)?
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No exact Number: It varies for everyone on how long or how much & not every smoker develops cancer while some that are light smokers get it. We do know any tobacco use increases the risk of oral & lung cancer tremendously over non-users & those that quit decrease their odds within the first 24 hours of stopping. The best thing is to stop but either way, see your dentist for regular screenings or help in quitting.
Answered 11/25/2013
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