Burning Mouth Disease

Burning Mouth Disease Description

Introduction: Introduction.- Terminology and Definition.- Classification.- Epidemiology. Symptoms of Burning Mouth Disease: Introduction.- Burning Sensation and Other Dysaesthesias of the Oral Mucosa.- Dry Mouth.- Taste Disturbance.- Smell Disorder.- Association with other Orofacial Pain Disorders.- Complaints Elsewhere in the Body. Suggested Causes of Burning-Mouth-Disease-Like Symptoms:.- Introduction.- Allergy to Food Substances.- Anaemia.- Blood Disorders.- Dentures or Teeth Related Causes of Burning-Mouth-Disease-Like Symptoms.- Gastrointestinal Inflammation ('Gastritis').- Hormonal Disorders.- Medication, Side Effects.- Mucosal Diseases.- Neurological Diseases.- Parafunctional Habits.- Smoking and the Use of Alcohol.- Vitmain Deficiencies. Reported Treatment of Burning Mouth Disease: Introduction.- Treatment with Drugs.- Alternative Treatments.- Treatment without Drugs.- Psychosocial Intervention; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.- Summarizing Conclusion. Management of Burning Mouth Disease: Introduction.- Oral Examination.- Laboratory Investigations.- Dental Treatment.- The Importance of Proper Communication.- Proper Information.- Various Treatment Modalities.- Self-Care.- Psychosocial Intervention; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.- Referral to a Specialist or a Multidisciplinary Pain Clinic.- Postscriptum.