text: what is the best way to stop using smokeless tobacco? i have been dipping skoal for about 16 years. i picked up the habit back when i played baseball and have been doing it ever since. i have tried stopping cold turkey, but the cravings are too strong. my mouth and teeth are in good shape. i see my dentist regularly and i brush and floss twice a day like a good boy. will nicotine gum work or is that just for smokers? you'll probably get addicted to the gum, but at least it smells better and won't stain your teeth.  cold turkey is the best way, but you already tried it. oh well. could you at least go three days? just get to day three and it's all gravy from there. chew regular gum and have a lot of snacks handy. you might gain a bit of weight :)