Caker sores are not uncommon with vaping--especially in the beginning. I have heard some have better luck with VG mixes. The higher the nicotine in the liquid to more likely to develop canker sores. There are typically caused by getting liquid on you lips or in your mouth--Which unfortunately does happen (more so in the beginning).
Can vaping cause mouth sores?
The main reason why vaping can cause mouth sores is due to the fact that vaping often causes dry mouth. Dry mouth often makes your gums and tongue much more susceptible to irritation, which can often lead to mouth sores, also known as canker sores or mouth ulcers.
Does vaping cause ulcers?
For me vaping doesn’t cause ulcers. It’s only when I stopped smoking for quite some time and take my first stick again, I’ll get ulcer. Other than that, nothing vape related I will get canker sores if I vape anything with vanilla in it.
What are the dangers of vaping?
Below are some of them. Research suggests that propylene glycol, a compound used as a base liquid in vapes, can cause dryness of the mouth. When a person often experiences mouth dryness, it can result in tooth decay, mouth sores, and bad breath.
Can vaping cause periodontal disease?
When this happens often, you’ll eventually develop periodontal disease. Studies have shown that vapers are likely to develop throat and mouth irritation than non-vapers. Irritation can manifest on the gums and will appear as redness, swelling, and tenderness. E-cig aerosols can cause inflammation and DNA damage on the mouth.
dionysuskiss Cloud Dancer ECF Veteran
A pg allergy is quite possible. Other members here, have reported the same issues. I'm only sensitive to it, so I can't give you accurate advice. Many vendors do make max vg (80+), you can try with that, first. There are other vendors that specialize in 100% vg, such as Vape Kitchen. Ask your supplier if they offer something like that.
edyle ECF Guru Verified Member ECF Veteran
hi everyone, I have been vaping for a while now I have a pretty annoying problem. I get mouth ulcers and sore throat when I vape. Right now I have three mouth ulcers and a soar throat I know this is from vaping , it's not from quitting cigarettes I am sure of that .
djsvapour ECF Guru ECF Veteran
It probably is from quitting smoking. I had them for 25 years, give or take. I quit smoking, took up vaping and they got worse.
edyle ECF Guru Verified Member ECF Veteran
maybe that's the case, but what are bogetech liquids? Never thought about getting them from the flavors..
wheelie Ultra Member Verified Member ECF Veteran
Not sure about you but my wife got mouth sores from metal drip tips. I changed her to plastic and porcelain drip tips and she has never had the problem since. Something to think about anyways. CHEERS!
Strangebrew Super Member Verified Member ECF Veteran
When I started vaping years ago. I used a top coil type tank; the Vivi Nova. The heat admitted from the atomizer literally burnt the tissue from my lips.
michiganvapehead Full Member
When I quit smoking and started vaping I did have some weird sores for a week or two then they cleared up, could be anything possible even an allergy to a specific flavor??
Why do I have canker sores?
A little quick google shows that there are various and fairly undefined possible causes of canker sores but no real single smoking gun. Vitamin and nutritional deficiencies are the top two reasons cited. Given that @Lewie seemed to show disdain toward milk and eggs, I suspect he/she is vegan and there is a very real possibility that nutritional deficiency of some sort is playing a supportive role here. I'm not a Dr and can't say, but in fact the Dr's don't really know either. Perhaps a bit of a deficiency coupled with some sort of allergy to some cannibinoid or another.
Does hot water make vapers moister?
My point was warm/hot water gives moister vaper that is easier on the throat, lungs, mouth---everything that it touches. You may want to try it as it's a free and easy experiment
Can dry mouth cause canker sores?
But that your canker sores are likely caused by dry mouth and can easily remedied by increasing your daily water intake (not only right before and after vaping), and using a dry mouth rinse such as Biotene. L.
Can vaping cause cold sores?
It's possible that you have chronic cold sores and that whatever virus or bacteria that causes them may also live on your mouthpiece and re- exposure could be trigger ing the onset of cold sores.#N#Most likely underlying cause imo is cold sores caused by a virus. These are incredibly common and it's possible that re-exposure to the virus or otherwise creating favorable environmental conditions for the cold sores (in your mouth) is the problem. So while vaping may be making the problem more apparent, it is most likely that the underlying cause is a relatively harmless virus that just causes cold sores.
Can silicone tubing cause allergies?
Its possible you may have developed an allergy to the silicone tubing. Many nurses I know have allergies to different kinds of gloves and surgical products. Impossible to tell really. You are going to have to chase this down and try to determine what is going on, with or without medical help as you see fit.
Can you vape with bong?
You may want to try using vape thru bong, but with warm or hot water. Vapor is very very dry and the warmer water gives vapor more moisture than cold water.
Can a cold sore be triggered by a virus?
It's possible that you have chronic cold sores and that whatever virus or bacteria that causes them may also live on your mouthpiece and re-exposure could be triggering the onset of cold sores.
How to keep electronic cigarettes clean?
It's also good practice (and often overlooked) to keep your mouth pieces clean. Wipe your electronic cigarette down with an alcohol wipe every night before storing it. Unlike cigarettes, ecigs parts are used over and over. Like anything, there is a chance for bacteria to build up. After all, everything you touch, will end up on your ecig.
How long does canker soar last?
Also remember canker soars are a symptom from quitting smoking and for some people this can last for over 1 year.. it actually might just be your body removing toxins... I just rinse (do not swallow) with hydrogen peroxide, for 3 days and problem is solved
Can you use a carto watch to blow out liquid?
Might be getting liquid or condensate in your mouth .If you use atties wipe off and blow out the tip ,if you use carto's watch overfilling.You can sling out excess liquid or they will act like a sippy straw and give you a mouth full of juice.Drip tips or a cut down cart will give you more distance between the liquid and your mouth.
Do you keep inferno juice in glass?
Those types of juices - inferno, atomic fireball, etc., - need to be kept in glass tanks.
Can you get canker sores from smoking?
Canker sores are a ‘side effect’ of quitting tobacco cigarettes. Several concerned vapers have asked their dentists and ENT surgeons about the canker sores since vaping and they were given the following information: Tobacco smoking provides alkalinity in the mouth – so when you stop smoking the analogues and change to e-cigarettes, it takes time for the mouth to re-balance, and the mouth is essentially too acidic. This re-balance can take months or longer to occur. Then you add vaping into the mix – which is dehydrating to the mouth (it dries it up) this can exacerbate the condition.#N#It is not the vaping that causes the sores; it is the not smoking.
What are the side effects of vaping fluid?
The following side effects may be experienced from excessive vaping with fluid that contains nicotine: Gum inflammation. Plaque accumulation. Dry mouth. Nicotine in vape liquids may also cause or more of the following side effects: Receding gums. Periodontitis.
How to minimize side effects of vaping?
How to Minimize Side Effects. If you have to vape, remember that you should responsible enough to take care of your teeth. Consider the following to help reduce the risk for side effects: Rehydrate after you vape. This will help prevent bad breath and dry mouth. Always drink water after you vape.
How to stop nicotine from affecting gums?
Reduce your nicotine intake. Choose juices without nicotine or at least those with very low nicotine content. This can help limit the negative effects of nicotine on your gums and teeth.
What are the ingredients in vaping?
What’s clear is that there are three ingredients in e-liquids that are known to have harmful effects to oral health. These are: Menthol. Propylene glycol. Nicotine. These ingredients may also cause vaping teeth stain. Flavored e-juice is also known to cause more gum inflammation than the non-flavored kind.
What is the chemical in e-cigarettes?
Propylene glycol, glycerin, an array of flavors largely make up the ingredients. The electric component of e-cigarettes and vaping devices converts the liquid into an aerosol. The e-liquid is prepared in a preloaded cartridge for insertion into the device; it may also be mixed specifically at a store or using a DIY kit.
What happens if you eat e-cig?
E-cig aerosols can cause inflammation and DNA damage on the mouth. This will cause the cells to lose their ability to reproduce and thrive, speeding up cell aging and eventually causing death. This can lead to various oral health problems including:
Does vaping cause cell death?
Bone loss. Periodontal diseases. Researchers are constantly trying to understand how vaping can actually lead to cell death and more long-term research is required. For now, people need to become more aware of the health risks of using these gadgets.
Why does my ejuice drip?
The most common reason is that your coil is flooded with ejuice. To fix this, remove the coil, and using a paper towel, dab the top of the coil to soak up some of the ejuice. When it becomes just “damp” you can install it back in. The second reason of why spitback happens is you're inhaling too hard.
Why is my juice in my mouth flooding?
Make sure you use a coil that has a resistance appropriate to the output of your device. Juice in the mouth happens when juice is incompletely vaporized. This causes flooding of the coil. The most common cause of this is overpriming, or not having sufficient wattage to for your coil’s resistance.
How much nicotine is in a tablespoon of e-juice?
Typical e-juice usually has a nicotine concentration of 0 to 20 mg/ml. A tablespoon might thus contain up to 300 mg.
Is vaping safer than smoking?
This is a question that scientists in the UK have discussed quite extensively. As they point out, nicotine is not the cause of smoking diseases. While the consensus in the UK is that vaping is at least 95% safer than smoking (UK Gov: E-cigarettes around 95% less harmful than tobacco estimates landmark review, Clive Bates: Vaping is still at least 95% lower risk than smoking – debunking a feeble and empty critique ), residual risk is likely to come from the use of flavours. (I am hopeful that toxicological work by the best e-liquid products, who identify harmful compounds in e-liquid and aim to eliminate it, will help to reduce this residual risk.)
Is vape liquid or liquid?
Lastly it is a liquid you are inhaling. Your mouth is wet and touching the mouthpiece and vape is being drawn through the mouthpiece. The moisture from your lips will help spread any vape that collects on the inside of the mouthpiece to spread. It is diluting it if you will.
Can you spit back on a sub ohm atomizer?
It depends on the atomizer you are using, a RDA, RTA, Sub Ohm tank or a pod, each can be a different reason and sure. It can also be the atomizer itself, the design leads to spit back. Without knowing what you are specifically vaping only a general answer can be giving, they have been covered in other answers.
Is nicotine harmful to vaping?
There is debate over how harmful nicotine is, a debate which has been sadly confused by the anti-vaping movement which has aimed to inflate the dangers of vaping. Professor John Britton, who is the special advisor to the Royal College of Physicians and is therefore likely to know far about this than me, believes that the risks are broadly similar to that of caffeine. ( John Britton: Electronic cigarettes and the precautionary principle - The BMJ)
