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Burning mouth



Rene Piedra and Associates DMD
4649 Ponce De Leon Blvd Suite 300-301
Coral Gables, Florida 33146

305 661-1812

Burning mouth usually occurs in individuals over 50, but can affect others as well. There are several reasons why it occurs. 

Denture problems: a new denture, or one that doesn't fit well, can irritate your entire mouth.

Reduced salivary gland function: this will cause the mouth to become dry, inviting oral discomfort, difficulty eating or swallowing, loss of taste, and a burning mouth. Salivary gland dysfunction sometimes comes with age. But there are saliva substitutes and rinses to protect your oral tissues, and soothe burning sensations.

Medications: these often dry the mouth (side effects)

Vitamin deficiency: there is some evidence linking burning mouth syndrome to Vitamin B deficiency.

Candida infections: this is a common oral fungus, usually apparent to the eye but sometimes undetectable. A topical anti-fungal agent can be prescribed.

 

 

Burning mouth
In Coral Gables FL and the surrounding
Miami - Ft Lauderdale - Miami Beach - Dade County Florida areas.

 

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