Cigar Smokers' Dental Guide: Tips from a Dentist

[@SteenPedersen]

Very informative. Dr. Shalom Fialkoff seems like a very nice and understandable dentist, without any judgement. My dentist knows about my cigar smoking. BTW, I loved joke in the beginning - lightning up a cigar and the Dunbarton :D

[@mikeg6666]

Classic 🤣

[@ChairmanPaulieD]

I love Dunbarton cigars 💪🏽

[@LocalLeisure]

🔥🔥🔥❤

[@DrBondpr007]

Thumbs up from another dentist and cigar smoker myself! Thanks for bringing awareness to the general population. We're adults and it's good to have all the information to make informed decisions. Please send some Sin Compromiso my way DT&T

[@PureTexan]

This Dentist mentions fluoride toothpaste…I recommend a video of Dr Nathan Bryan and he discusses how fluoride in our toothpaste and tap water can destroy us. The video is about Nitric Oxide, how our bodies produce it(through the mouth), how fluoride kills all bacteria in the mouth and prevents the production of nitric oxide, and later in life you may have a greater chance of developing Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases

[@coolGrap199]

" 9 out of 10 dentist recommend... " 😂 loved that

[@CigarsDaily]

I hope Saka thought it was funny too. I didn't ask him before I did that. lol.

[@mikeg6666]

​@@CigarsDailyI'm sure he'll appreciate the free promo 😄

[@funkmon]

​@@CigarsDailyI thought it was really funny that you picked Dunbarton. It's the perfect name for a gag.

[@CigarsDaily]

Thankfully Steve thought it was funny.

[@Whoshotmyrifle]

I burst out laughing

[@stevegee7593]

It comes back to a saying my Gran would say. "A little of what you fancy does you good. Too much of a good thing is bad".

[@BarTalk-pod]

I LOVE that! 😂🙌

[@prodoommania4157]

Tim, so much respect to you for creating a video that could potentially deter some from smoking yet is factual and knowledgeable. Shows that you have a lot of consideration for the community. Thank you.

[@CigarsDaily]

Thanks man. I know I’m personally always a little skeptical about content creators and their intentions behind things. But I’ve worked to keep my focus on creating content that’s helpful to cigar smokers, whether it’s helpful to my brand or not. I really like making videos like these. And I’m even more grateful for people like Dr Fialkoff who are willing to lend an educated insight.

[@JimmyViolet19K]

THIS

[@ericsparks4288]

Since I started cigars in January, I have come completely off my heart/BP meds and my doc told me to keep up the good work 🤷‍♂️. So every day when I go to the lounge, I just tell the wife I’m headed to my daily therapy session. But I have wondered about the mouth stuff so thanks for the vid.

[@mikeg6666]

Enjoy your journey into the world of cigars , there's so many to choose from but you eventually find a handful that you'll keep in your humidor all the time.

[@mikeg6666]

Enjoy your journey into the world of cigars , there's so many to choose from. Eventually you will find a handful that you'll keep in your humidor all the time!✌️

[@dr.markevers8331]

Keep up the good work!

[@kevinhouck8979]

Classical singer?! Tim! That’s awesome.

[@CigarsDaily]

there was a time though when I could sing the pants off a nun. Not anymore. lol. So I guess you'll just have to take my word for it.

[@scratchcratch]

Navigating the dental landscape as a cigar smoker has long been my teeth-gnashing conundrum. And while I have the utmost respect and loyalty for my dentist, I feel like Doctor Fialkoff drilled down into this smoky subject's nitty-gritty. A tip of the hat to Tim for sparking a conversation that many in the cigar-smoking community will find enlightening, if not game-changing.

[@rjoshm20]

So much like anything else in life, take care of yourself and moderation is key.

[@MarkJohnson-xv3ir]

A very logical and factual solution to the problem, do it in moderation.

[@samvaz8002]

THIS is why I watch and listening to Cigars Daily. Tim hits on all the facets of cigar smoking. The good to the bad!!!

[@jd43tv56]

Hey man I've smoked a few cigars growing up, but just started really getting into it on my own, and some of your reviews were one of the first I was granted by the algorithm. Obvioulsy, you've got a knack for cigar reviews, and your reviews here are as good as any I've seen presented on any product, but your commitment to educating viewers on HEALTH in this space has gotten me to subscribe permanently. Really appreciate your work!

[@rogerreynolds5822]

This was so ground breaking and something that’s been on my mind for years! Thanks a bunch brother Tim!

[@CigarsDaily]

You are so welcome!

[@Atlantic738]

This was a great idea for video Tim, respect to you for being real and talking to a doctor about the potential issues some of us may or may not have known about and what to be mindful of when smoking cigars.

[@CigarsDaily]

Thanks man. It’s not everyday you meet a medical professional who is a clear and willing communicator. I’m literally sitting in the lobby of his office right now getting ready for the other half of my teeth scaling. Who knows who I’ll run into next for a great conversation like this one.

[@danw8012]

This shows to me you actually care about us subscribers at Cigars Daily. Fantastic stuff

[@jcec]

Wait a second... you trained in college to be a classical singer??? We def need a video of you singing some Opera or something, maybe for 250k subscribers?

[@canica1984]

Awesome that you have this up, as a dentist, who also is happy to smoke a cigar once in a while this is great! Good material for my patients as well!

[@afgpielover]

I started smoking cigars just over 2 years ago at 21, and I've always had good dental health to where i never had braces. Because of poor habit and smoking, I noticed my gums were bleeding more and dont smoke often in the winter, but in the summer, it could be 0 - 3 times a week. Because of this amazing, very informative video, I think I will slow down and maybe eventually quit when I am older.

[@NoWayThisIsReaI]

The way that I see it its better to smoke less now (you should probably stop until gums has healed properly) and enjoy for a longer time in your life. Personally when I get really old, which I may or may not (never know) I will hopefully have lived such a good life that If I want to smoke 2/day I wont care about a tooth loss, this may happen anyway.

[@jwallaby7895]

You mention other poor habits. Wonder what those were? Diet and exercise, hygiene and avoiding processed foods and products in your daily life are VERY overlooked when it comes to health.

[@afgpielover]

@jwallaby7895 being lazy and not brushing twice a day. Ramadan sometimes I'll brush 3 times a day.

[@BlazePascal22]

I'm a young guy (22). Been smoking cigars for about a year and absolutely love them. Health consequences in both my lungs and mouth have been in my mind and this video really helped clear up some concerns I had. While also giving clear preventative measures to help me feel confident in doing what I love with less risk. Thank you cigars daily for this!

[@tysonboy1980]

Great job.We need to hear that kind of info. They tell me not to smoke, but that’s not going to happen. I brush, floss and water pic, that’s fine.

[@lordmarco]

I have been smoking 1 cigar every single day since 2019. So far my teeth are fine. I go to the dentist every 6 months and they have never mentioned any changes from me smoking 1 cigar daily compared to before I started smoking.

[@jlozano2014]

They just know saying something won't stop you lol

[@mattpetersen4620]

My kinda dentist. Well done on both ends.

[@dennisweedman4374]

Tim, I have been a fan and a customer for a long time. Thank you for doing this. This has been a concern for a while.

[@stevesaka8191]

9 out of 10! He was a very good sport and his reaction was perfect - loved it. I often think too many in people in the medical profession are too judgemental which really discourages people from engaging more and following up on a more regular basis. We all know if we did x, y, and z that is the absolute best for our physical health, but other things improve our life experiences and often mental health. And well, we are human, we will never be perfect - so I really like it when a health care professional acknowledges that and gives us their best guidance, but without being holier than thou. ps: Cigar smokers should always ask for a Velscope scan annually - it is an early detection test that costs only about $60 and take just a few minutes to look for pre-cursors of oral cancer - oral cancer is extremely rare in handmade cigars smokers, but it is very treatable when detected early and this scan can show signs up to 2 years earlier than just the traditional visual assessment your dentist can do - so I recommend all add it to their dental care routine. Thank you Dr. Shalom Fialkoff for making this video with Tim!

[@baldpipesmoker1]

Never heard of a Velscope scan. I'll ask my dentist about it. Thanks for the advice!

[@joshuaguy7203]

Smoking cigars and pipes for 6 years now. I agree with a lot of what this dentist is saying. I am a bit skeptical with fluoride in anything. Paste, washes or water. Known neurotoxin. But thank you tim for making this content for your audience. Really helpful and insightful.

[@noisetheorem]

Thank you for posting this! My wife and I were just discussing this. I’m a recent cigar smoker, and these questions have been on my mind.

[@astang1072]

I personally think my cigar interests have helped my dental hygiene. I’m more mindful of brushing and cleaning now. I’m only a cigar or two a week type of guy. I’m willing to bet with good hygiene anyone can have one a week and it would never have a meaningful effect on their health.

[@mikeg6666]

Same as someone who drinks wine occasionally , I'm sure it's a very minimal effect!

[@jsolomon566]

Agreed

[@chazzle8434]

@@thathustlengrindlife218respect you for that. My dad never smoked in front of me either

[@rickyhawkins7407]

@@thathustlengrindlife218you sound just like me. I only smoke 1 or two a week. And it’s outside after the wife and dog have gone to bed. My girls are all grown. But when they were young I did it smoke in their presence.

[@bargainbru2456]

I love the humor Tim 😂😂😂

[@michaeldicerto6265]

I use a waterpick and I always do a pick, brush and rinse with moutwash after smoking a cigar. Thanks for this Tim!

[@taochi100]

I need to invest in a waterpick I've heard good things

[@michaeldicerto6265]

@@taochi100 I really love mine. They do a great job.

[@davidpatterson5617]

Helpful video. Thanks for letting us hear from your dentist.

[@CigarsDaily]

absolutely man. He's a good guy, and he shared a few things in this vide that I didn't really know either. I'm glad it was helpful.

[@untilwemeetagain_]

Super helpful. Thanks to Dr. Shalom for doing this.

[@antmaffia]

Fair and balanced. Information is key to making a good decision.

[@what.if.youre.wrong...]

The photo for this video is hilarious!

[@CigarsDaily]

I was impressed that he let me get the whole name, "Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust" out of my mouth before shutting me down. lol

[@bencrust4516]

Steve is gonna love this one Tim 😂😂

[@javieriglesias6556]

Kudos Tim and Dr Shalom! Whether you smoke or not, its so improtnat to be informed on dental hygiene.

[@ronstochler]

Fascinating video, great idea for a cigar expert. A wonderful and considerate perspective to your viewers. Loved it, fantastic!!!

[@briancauler8620]

See this is wha5 makes you so special you give your followers all valuable information sone excited to hear some hard to hear but you don't shy away unbiased . You are amaz8ng simply amazing

[@johnl.8616]

Oil pulling with coconut oil helps a lot.

[@mikel8185]

Shalom! Such a nice boy. Great video

[@Tabby_Man_3]

Went to the dentist yesterday as well! Enjoyed a Foundation Wise Man Maduro a few hours later 😁

[@eddiebarone8663]

“Whether you’re a cigar smoker or a normal person” 😂😂

[@michaeldicerto6265]

That was hilarious.

[@OBS-ip2hy]

What was the time stamp I completely missed that 😂

[@OG_HakunaMatata]

My gf is a dental assistant, certified through DANBI and so on and she told me about the risks of smoking. She also learned a lot from dentist. yetserday I smoke a cigar for the first in 7yrs and I brushed after I done and scrubbed my tongue. I see myself smoking maybe 4-5 cigars I a year. Also my teeth and gum are very healthy.

[@Blueriver-4]

I really appreciate the information. Great video.

[@luisrosado1389]

Thank you for this video and please thank your dentist for the excellent information. He is great. :)

[@1johnnyguns1]

Really well done. You made an uncomfortable subject interesting. Great job

[@tamiwoods6972]

Glad you did this video. I've had concerns for awhile and this answered those concerns. Thanks so much, Tim!

[@Konqy]

amazingly informative, thanks!

[@Quarrelstick]

I noticed Tim has returned from the dark side, back to Connecticuts in a lot of his vids lately after a long detour into the world of Maduro. Welcome back sir

[@CigarsDaily]

Trying to mix it up. I'm still jamming a lot of bold stuff, but I've noticed that if I start my day off with strong cigars, it can toast out my palate. So I'm starting smoother and working my way to bold in the afternoons more often. It also helps that there are a lot of banging Connecticut cigars coming out these days.

[@jamesf931]

Nice job. I picked up cigar smoking back in 2018, 2-3 cigars a week. Dental hygiene has been my concern. I pretty much do everything suggested, but I appreciate the professional confirmation.

[@Shakihl7]

Great video. Thanks

[@rickjimenez9014]

Another epic video, very informative. Your Dr was a great sport. Oh yea and Steve will love the box you advertised. Nice job Tim.

[@CNich90]

I experience the opposite of dry mouth when I smoke cigars. My saliva production goes through the roof which based on what the Dr said sounds like a positive thing. He was a sweet guy but still think more study needs to be done on cigars in isolation from cigarettes or alcohol.

[@ACG_619]

💯

[@ryani5103]

Scaling is a little uncomfortable but its good to know you"re all cleaned up when you're done. If you stay on schedule with your cleanings it shouldn't be a problem in the future. I'm in my 40s and noticed a good case of dry mouth the night after smoking so I'll give that Smart Mouth a try.

[@ctheham1827]

Very informed. Thank you, Tim.

[@Hardstix]

What a hot start 😂😂😂. Love the information in the video!

[@coalhair99]

I’ve been having gum issues so i cut back to 2 cigars daily, very good vid as i still have issues with headaches & gum pockets. I can’t imagine having to give up cigars but i may have to cut down even more. Thanks Tim!

[@Oldcarnut63]

AHHH maybe you should stop eating sugar and carbs that will fix gum issues.

[@coalhair99]

@@Oldcarnut63 already did, went back to keto 2 wks ago. That helps BP & heart rate if i have a stronger cigar, which i tens to stay away from.

[@CigarsDaily]

Glad it helped man!

[@FNGPREPPER]

@@Oldcarnut63 💯 I chose cigars over sodas. I actually brush and floss more than most. 3 times a day

[@Posterharpua]

2 a day? holy shit...I'm at 6 cigars a year and I was worried. maybeI shouldn't worry after all.

[@edsongwenhere]

Great topic. Thanks for sharing this. Very informative.

[@jlgow7748]

Tim is a Legend.

[@tyjameson7404]

Great interview Tim!! Thanks again!!🙏🏽🙌🏾

[@tyjameson7404]

Epic educational information for cigar smokers 🙏🏽🙌🏾👍🏼❤️🌹🦷 thank you Tim!!

[@all4senna]

Thank you for doing this Tim, very informative.

[@mikecunha2823]

Great content. Love this channel

[@mrsono82]

How long should you wait till you can smoke a cigar after dental visit? For Cleaning Cavity Crown Implant root canal Thanks

[@CigarsDaily]

Great question. I waited exactly 10 minutes after my cleaning before lighting up. lol. But nobody told me not to.

[@peestrem31]

@@CigarsDaily 🤣🤣

[@chriscrawford3809]

Man thank you so much for the info/video…….nothing but the facts!

[@harryjohn333]

Thank you for this video, Tim.

[@randc47]

I’ve been looking for a new dentist in Phoenix. Might check them out. Thanks Tim!

[@Arrowheadbob]

Great video Tim. Thank you so much!

[@2ASHKENAZI]

Dr. Shalom, my favorite JEW. Thank you.

[@quickerthandrawing2822]

thanks for the info

[@kappatvating]

Great video and really informative

[@mikeg6666]

Haha you cracked me up with your dentist approves cigars!

[@carmeloramos3736]

Cigar content that matters and is a different video, great job Timmy teapots

[@angeldiaz4164]

This goin to be good. I just did came out the dentist. Definitely a moust do if ur a smoker asap!

[@evh3811]

I think that you should look into hydroxyapatite vs fluoride. Both will help you mouth but fluoride will prevent mineral absorption in your body smoker or not. Also chew on 1-2 cloves to combat bad bacteria and help with vasodilation

[@MemelordSupreme]

Yes! nano-hydroxyapatite is way better for our teeth. It really bothers me when docs just default to fluoride. There's better things out there for us!

[@regularguyfritz9450]

great info. i always thought about what long term affects smoking cigars would have on oral health.

[@user-rw4pb4wt6l]

Most dentists will deny any benefits, but oil pulling has been amazing for my mouth pre-cigar smoking. I haven’t tried it since I started smoking cigars about three weeks ago. It also whitens your teeth after you do it for a time.

[@m.k.k.4931]

Thank you very much.

[@jamesgrabatin5520]

Great video!!

[@brucesabatoni3410]

This video finally convinced me to invest in a water pock. Thanks!

[@carloslargaespada6051]

Tim great video on this topic sir. I've been abit worried about my teeth and what will happen due to my cigar smoking. Also to the great dentist that provided us with this awesome info. My question to the good dentist is.. what can we do about Timbo's front dental gap😂😂😂! Jk!! L0ve you Tim!!!!!!!!!

[@cheers623]

Tim…I really want to talk with you!!! Somehow I didn’t know you were a classically trained vocalist!!! I’m a Juilliard Alumni brass player and we LOVE your channel and cigars!!! Gotta connect if possible!!!!

[@markknister6272]

Appreciate this info.

[@MarisAleTix]

Tongue scrapper is on point! Has helped allot for me

[@sourPollo]

I respect you for this!

[@myrealfakename6068]

Much appreciated.

[@brianc0019]

Great Content my Man 👍🏾

[@WcbJNt5R]

Tim! Hello from Cali. Love the channel!

[@ryancrowe2193]

My dentist smokes cigars 😊I’m pretty lucky as my primary doc is awesome too .

[@zaytensley389]

Cold pressed coconut oil and or Guru nanda mouth mash helps with staining and fighting off bacteria/ infections 👍🏾

[@becksterch9903]

7:10 Yepp... thats me while watching the video 😂 Or any other time i am enjoying a cigar

[@F4collector]

Great advice

[@davidbull1354]

Great video and nice to see a different angle that is adressed that is very important for us as cigar smokers..great dentist tim very professional not judgmental at all and extremely knowledgeable..exactly what youd expect from years of training and schooling. Top fella. Ive got a dentist appointment next week and will be advising them of my habit and asking to check where they need to because of this video !

[@vernaracey1174]

After watching this I went to the humidor and picked a nice cigar and lit up.

[@wesleyrice2138]

Great channel. Love the inside video to the dentist. Do you have a link or reference to that study with the FDA saying mortality is unaffected by premium cigar smoking?

[@aldemir-lugo]

Oh Tim that was classic 😂😂😂

[@jonhunt1086]

A classical vocalist! I’m a classical cellist as another college pursuit- what was your favorite composer/song cycle to work on? I love Schubert’s Lieder and have really enjoyed some Strauss Operas from the pit.

[@JuanTorres-cz1mi]

Tim thank you for this video. Now I have some questions when I go to the dentist.

[@ckam7143]

This is what you can find anywhere in the cigar community. I’ve been wanting to ask if anyone else has white rough spots growing on their gums. I floss and brush twice when I smoke.

[@strifez28]

Isn’t flouride considered a neurotoxin?

[@Alexweb-s5t]

Yes

[@markeicepatrick3511]

Loved it. Very educational videos.

[@BogalaSawundiris]

Thank you Dr Jew !!!