This is a broad term used for a multitude of conditions seen primarily in the south asian region due to the consumption of Betel Nut / Tobacco.

The symptoms that a patient experiences may be none whatsoever or may include

>	Inability to open the mouth completely
>	Burning sensation in the mouth
>	Ulcers in the mouth that fail to heal following conventional therapy
>	Red / white patches on the Cheek / Tongue / Gums / Palate

There are basically three conditions that make up the bulk of these signs & symptoms

Treatment for all three is divided into two groups:

>	Medicinal
>	Surgical

Medicinal treatment may continue over a period of months but surgery generally involves a one stage procedure.

Surgery may include the conventional Knife surgery or could be done by the more contemporary Cryosurgery & Electrosurgery. There are no such post-operative complications that bother a patient other than the normally attendant mild swelling & slight discomfort.

Patients may opt to get the surgery done under Local Anesthesia or General Anesthesia. Stitches may or may not be placed depending on the prevailing condition.