Abstract

TOBACCO POUCH KERATOSIS

Ameesha S. Rai*, Aldina Anjali, Dhanya, Devishree, Ashwini and Kini Raghavendra

ABSTRACT

Tobacco pouch keratosis, also known as snuff dippers lesion or snuff-dippers keratosis, is a condition primarily associated with the use of smokeless tobacco products like snuff and chewing tobacco. Habitual chewing of tobacco or dipping snuff results in the development of well recognized white mucosal lesion in the area of tobacco contact called smokeless tobacco keratosis.[6] It is characterized by the development of white, thickened, and sometimes raised patches or lesions on the oral mucosa, particularly in areas where the tobacco is held or placed, such as the inner cheek or vestibule. Tobacco pouch keratosis highlights the serious health risks associated with smokeless tobacco use and underscores the importance of tobacco cessation and regular dental check-ups for those who use these products.

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