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BURNING MOUTH SYNDROME

Monday, September 29, 2008

BURNING MOUTH SYNDROME

Burning mouth syndrome causes pain that occurs either on the tongue, lips, or another part of the mouth. Patients may feel as if they had been scalded with a hot liquid. Some patients may experience constant or intermittent pain, this pain may occur for a month or even a year. Other symptoms associated with burning mouth syndrome include dry mouth, sore mouth, tingling, and numbness in the mouth, and a taste disorder.

The causes of this disorder include medications, allergies, hormonal imbalance, and various illnesses.

For the diagnosis of this condition is for the patient to undergo a blood test, allergy test, and a oral swab or biopsy taken.

Treatment may include medication, and or dietary changes. Patients can best prevent these symptoms by avoiding certain irritants, including alcohol based mouthwash, products that contain cinnamon or mint, cigarette smoke and acidic liquids. If you having any questions regarding this syndrome please give us a call at 561-394-900 to arrange for a consultation.

Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.