Norwell Family Dentistry

12/15/2025

12/08/2025

This lung damage from e-cigarettes is permanent — and entirely preventable.

Flavored e-cigarettes, often marketed with candy-like appeal, may be far more dangerous than they seem.

A recent case involving a U.S. teenager who developed bronchiolitis obliterans—commonly known as “popcorn lung”—after three years of secret va**ng highlights the alarming risks. This irreversible condition scars the lungs' smallest airways, leading to chronic coughing, wheezing, and lifelong breathing difficulties. Once linked to diacetyl exposure in popcorn factories, the disease is now reemerging in connection with the chemicals found in e-cigarette vapors, particularly flavoring agents that become toxic when heated and inhaled.

With more than 180 flavoring chemicals used in e-liquids—many untested for inhalation—experts are sounding the alarm. While these substances may be safe to eat, the body’s natural defenses are bypassed when they are inhaled, potentially delivering toxic compounds directly into the lungs and bloodstream. The case has sparked renewed calls for tighter regulation and greater public awareness, especially among teens. As the va**ng trend continues, the long-term health consequences are becoming tragically clear: inhaling sweet flavors may come at the cost of permanent lung damage.

Source: Greaves, I. (2023). Popcorn lung: How va**ng can cause life-altering damage—and why flavorings are to blame. The Conversation

Concerned about the dangers of va**ng? Learn more about the risks and how to protect yourself and your loved ones from harmful effects. Click here to read more!:

The Hidden Dangers of Va**ng: A Deep Dive into the Risks of E-Cigarettes and Popcorn Lung Characters MO DILYS Tháng Mười Hai 1, 2025 The Hidden Dangers of Va**ng: A Deep Dive into the Risks of E-Cigarettes and Popcorn Lung Va**ng, once marketed as a safer alternative to traditional smoking, has ...

12/06/2025

An amazing full day lecture by Dr. André De Souza at Fugazzotto Rost & Brodsky.

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we want to extend thanks to our wonderful patients for the trust you place in our office every day. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to care for you and your families.
We also want to recognize our incredible team for their exceptional care, knowledge, and dedication. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and healthy Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

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It’s the season of giving, and we’ve loved celebrating Pie Week! For the past week and a half, we’ve been giving out pies to every patient who visited our office. We are truly grateful for the trust and support of our patients, and this is just one small way for us to say thank you.

11/18/2025

Compassion goes both ways
Thankful for special patients who make our days brighter
Moments like these remind me why I love what I do❤️

11/06/2025

It’s my favorite time of the year. The time of giving back and helping foster kids-The Giving Tree.
Please help us in supporting children in our state DCF system and making their holiday season brighter. If you would like to contribute, kindly message us for gifts from the kids’ wish list-or for donations via Venmo. Thank you.

11/05/2025

Fun evening celebrating Karen’s birthday.

10/30/2025

Welcome to our team Dr Labubu