Abstract:E-cigarettes have become a popular alternative to conventional cigarettes among middle and high school students. Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDs) vaporize a liquid into an aerosol that is inhaled by the user. Although they do not burn tobacco, e-cigarettes contain potential carcinogens as well as nicotine, a highly addictive substance. E-cigarette exposure has been reported to promote inflammation. Furthermore, our prior research indicates that e-cigarette aerosol dysregulates the oral microbiome by… Show more
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