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Episode 428: Why Smoking Marijuana Makes Dental Work Dangerous

23 March 2026 · 15:32

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In this episode, Tom Viola, RPh, breaks down why dental teams need to start asking the right questions about cannabis use and why it matters more than ever. From increased blood pressure and pulse to complications with anesthesia and healing, cannabis can change how a patient responds in the chair. The conversation also explores how modern cannabis use is more discreet and varied than most people assume, making…

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