However, the exact mechanisms behind the development of oral lesions caused by snus are not completely understood
Tobacco tar and smoke that come into contact with the highly vascular moist mucosa contribute to the pleasurable sensation
It can also increase your chance of gum disease, tooth loss, and heart disease
doi: 10.3389/froh.2026.1761734 Received 05 December 2025 Revised 13 January 2026 Accepted 19 January 2026 Published 09 February 2026 Volume 7 - 2026 Edited by Divya Uppala, Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM), India Reviewed by Gerhard Scherer, ABF GmbH, Germany Updates Copyright 2026 La Rosa, Samaranayake, Zaura, Chapple and Polosa
As a result, the papillae become longer than normal - making the tongue appear 'hairy'
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