Burning mouth a hot topic

May 22, 2011 By

DEAR DR. GOTT: I have recently been diagnosed with burning-mouth syndrome. What can you tell me about the cause and treatment? I’ve found Breneton on the Internet. Is this a good treatment to try?

DEAR READER: Unfortunately, the cause of this condition can’t always be easily determined. It is thought to be related to problems with taste and sensory nerves of the peripheral or central nervous system; or it might be caused by a nutritional deficiency such as vitamin B, folate, iron or zinc. Direct links for the disorder can include an oral yeast infection, anxiety, depression, some medications, an underactive thyroid, reflux, hormonal imbalance or irritation to the mouth. Whatever the cause, the pain can affect your lips, tongue, gums, inside of your cheeks, roof of your mouth or all of the above.
[Read more...]

Filed Under: Daily Column, Leading Letter Tagged With: , ,

Can toothpaste cause Burning Mouth Syndrome?

December 4, 2010 By

DEAR DR. GOTT: I have suffered with Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) since 2001. I have worked with my doctor and have had every test the Mayo Clinic recommended, to no avail. Recently, my sister called and told me of an article she read where the patient had suffered for 20 years with the condition and found the cause in toothpaste.

Could you please send me any information you have on BMS, including this article with the name of the toothpaste?
[Read more...]

Filed Under: Daily Column, Leading Letter Tagged With: , , , , ,

Could toothpaste be cause of burning mouth?

November 2, 2010 By

DEAR DR. GOTT: I write in response to a recent article about a woman with a burning mouth. The same thing happened to my late mother-in-law about 20 years ago. She suffered for about a year and saw several dentists and doctors without help. One day, I noticed my mouth started burning. It took me a few days to realize that I had changed to toothpaste that had baking soda and whiteners in it. After switching back to plain toothpaste without all the additives, we both found relief. I hope this simple thing will help someone else.

DEAR READER: I am printing your letter because it offers a simple possible solution for burning mouth. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Daily Column Tagged With: , ,