Smoking and Teeth: How the 10-Peso Cigarillo and Dry Socket Work Together

Hello, friends! In sari-sari stores and hangout spots across the Philippines, a common sight remains: cigarette smoke. Despite rising prices—now reaching ₱10 and up per stick—the culture of smoking remains strong for many Filipinos. But there's a painful connection between cigarettes and your dental health that isn't discussed enough: Dry Socket.
Many of our fellow Filipinos suffer from this severe pain after tooth extraction, and smoking is one of the main culprits.




















