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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?
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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...]
DEAR DR. GOTT: Thanks for your daily column and the many interesting cases you are kind enough to take your time to explain. I have to write you about my experience with cold sores in response to the reader who suffers from them.
I, too, had them for years, and nothing I put on prevented them. The sores always took up to 10 days to heal, and I would immediately get another one. My husband is a retired dentist who suggested not using toothpaste that contains sodium lauryl sulfate. CVS brand and Sensodyne ProNamel are two products free of the inactive ingredient. Since making the change, I have not had any more pesky sores. I hope this helps someone else.
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