Effectiveness of Using Tobacco Free Snuff in Reducing Negative Effects of Smokeless Tobacco Use
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2005-05-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Though spit tobacco is smokeless, it still affects the cardiovascular system and may be
associated with heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure. Long-term effects of
smokeless tobacco (ST) include tooth abrasion, gum recession, mouth disease, loss of bone in
the jaw, yellowing of teeth, and chronic bad breath. This study will assess the effectiveness
of using tobacco free snuff in reducing levels of exposure to tobacco and associated
toxicity, as well as enhancing motivation to either quit or sustain lower levels of nicotine
intake.