Influence of Electronic Cigarettes on Selected antibacterial Properties of Saliva.

Introduction:
This text provides an analysis of the influence of electronic cigarettes on the antibacterial properties of saliva. The study compares the levels of immunoglobulin a (Iga), lysozyme, and lactoferrin in the saliva of electronic cigarette users, traditional cigarette smokers, and a control group. The study aims to understand how the use of electronic cigarettes affects the body's natural defense mechanisms in the oral cavity.

Key Points:

* The study involved 120 participants, divided into three groups: electronic cigarette users, traditional cigarette smokers, and a control group.
* The researchers analyzed the levels of Iga, lysozyme, and lactoferrin in the saliva of participants.
* The results showed that traditional cigarette smokers had significantly lower levels of Iga and lysozyme compared to the control group.
* Electronic cigarette users had significantly lower levels of lactoferrin compared to the control group.
* The levels of Iga were significantly lower in traditional cigarette smokers compared to electronic cigarette users.
* The study suggests that electronic cigarettes have a different impact on the antibacterial properties of saliva compared to traditional cigarettes.
* Further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of electronic cigarette use on oral health.

Main Message:
The study highlights the need for further research on the impact of electronic cigarettes on oral health. While electronic cigarettes appear to have a less severe impact on the antibacterial properties of saliva compared to traditional cigarettes, they still affect the body's natural defense mechanisms in the oral cavity. It is essential to understand the long-term effects of electronic cigarette use on oral health to ensure that users are not at risk of developing oral diseases. as an expert in regulatory matters, it is crucial to consider these findings when developing policies and regulations related to electronic cigarettes.

Cichońska D, Kusiak a, Kochańska B, Ochocińska J, Świetlik D. Influence of Electronic Cigarettes on Selected antibacterial Properties of Saliva. International journal of environmental research and public health. 2019;16(22). doi:10.3390/ijerph16224433