Burning mouth syndrome is a medical term for persistent or recurrent burning in the mouth that has no apparent cause. This soreness might affect your tongue, gums, lips, inside of your cheeks, roof of your mouth, or large portions of your mouth. The scorching feeling can be excruciating as if you have scalded your mouth. Visit Jeanne V. Devi DDS to understand how to avoid burning mouth symptoms and to receive the most appropriate therapy for your specific needs.
The Symptoms of Burning Mouth Syndrome
BMS can be minor or severe, and the severity varies from person to person. Some people compare the burning sensation to the burning sensation caused by eating too hot food. Others have described it as scorching. BMS may produce tingling or numbness in milder situations.
The symptoms of BMS might linger for a long time. Dealing with chronic mouth discomfort for days, weeks, months, or years can make eating and drinking challenges, however, some people find relief after eating and drinking.
Causes of Burning Mouth Syndrome
The Primary BMS
Primary BMS occurs when BMS is not caused by an underlying medical issue. Damage to the nerves that control pain and taste causes primary BMS.
The Secondary BMS
BMS can be caused by several medical problems. The secondary BMS will be cured if the medical condition is treated. The following are some of the most common causes of secondary BMS:
- Tooth grinding and jaw clenching are examples of oral habits
- Depression
- Changes in hormones
- Deficiencies in nutrition
- A mouth infection, such as a yeast infection
- Acid reflux
Treatment for Burning Mouth Syndrome
The most important thing you can do is to address your symptoms. Treatment is determined by the degree of your symptoms as well as the underlying cause. Among the possible treatments are:
- Saliva-producing and dry-mouth-relieving products
- To give nutrition, vitamin supplements (such as iron, zinc, or vitamin B) are used.
- Pain relief ointments
- Antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications to alleviate discomfort and boost your neurological system
If our doctor suspects that a certain medication is causing BMS, they may advise you to try a different one. If our doctor cannot determine the cause, they may advise you to try oral thrush medications, B vitamin supplements, or antidepressants. These are effective in the treatment of BMS.
Visit Jeanne V. Devi DDS at 595 E Colorado Blvd Suite 603, Pasadena, CA 91101 for the best care, or call us at (626) 795-2544 to book an appointment.