Major Causes Of Leukoplakia

Long-Term Alcohol Consumption

Long-term alcohol consumption is an irritant much in the same way smoking is an irritant. Over time, the presence of the substance in the mouth can cause a reaction in the form of the white, painless patches. This reaction is typically made worse if the patient continues with the behavior even after the leukoplakia has developed. Due to this, patients stop drinking as soon as they spot leukoplakia. Patients who engage in both smoking and drinking on a regular basis are at a higher risk than others for developing leukoplakia during their lives.

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