When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: 1  An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.  Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.
Smoking and other tobacco products can lead to gum disease by affecting the attachment of bone and soft tissue to your teeth.More specifically, it appears that smoking interferes with the normal function of gum tissue cells.This interference makes smokers more susceptible to infections, such as periodontal disease, and also seems to impair blood flow to the gums-which may affect wound healing.ore specifically, it appears that smoking interferes with the normal function of gum tissue cells. This interference makes smokers more susceptible to infections, such as periodontal disease, and also seems to impair blood flow to the gums-which may affect wound healing.
What we tend to forget is that. dental illness can also significantly impact overall. health. In fact, research has shown that periodontal. disease may be linked to chronic diseases such as. diabetes and heart disease, as well as other conditions.1. On a smaller scale, even the most minor dental condition can. interfere with the success of your international assignment. Just. think of the last time you had a toothache or accidentally. chipped a tooth. The discomfort can make it hard to concentrate. and even put you out of commission for a short period of time.