386Oral Pathology and MedicineMedium
Diffuse erythema (pinpoint petechiae) and white patches in smoker’s palate occur due to________?
AComplete obstruction to minor salivary gland orifices
BKeratinization with partially occluded minor salivary glands
CExcessive orthokeratinization of the palate
DDiffuse parakeratinization of the palate
Correct answer
B. Keratinization with partially occluded minor salivary glands
Explanation
The correct answer is Keratinization with partially occluded minor salivary glands.