Stage Two: Genetic Alterations Carcinogenic substances such as nitrosamines, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and formaldehyde cause mutations in oncogenes and tumor suppressors (e.g., p53) present in the DNA of the mouth's lining
The 5-Year Mark: Drastically Reduced Disease Risk The long-term benefits of quitting truly come into focus at the five-year mark, with risks for major diseases plummeting toward those of a person who never smoked
In 5-10 years, the risk of mouth, throat and larynx cancer is halved and the risk of stroke reduces
The only downside is that these can only be made in limited quantities
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Preventing tobacco use among youth and young adults: a report of the surgeon general