Jason Kboudi

Could Medical Marijuana Lead to Gum Disease?

Over one-half of the states in the US have legalized marijuana for medical use. In many cases, it can be used to ease pain, control nausea, and encourage eating; it has also been shown to help with conditions like multiple sclerosis and epilepsy. Cancer patients also get relief from negative side effects of treatment. But while marijuana has many medical uses, it’s important to be aware of the less-than-desirable side effects – such as what it can do to your gums.