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Some very painful conditions can be difficult to treat. The diagnosis of burning mouth syndrome implies that any obvious causes of pain have been ruled out. Finding a way to cool the burning sensation is a significant challenge.
Treating Burning Mouth Syndrome Is a Challenge:
Q. I hope you can help with my dilemma. Burning tongue syndrome has plagued me for almost a year.
Because I have worked in the dental profession for over 30 years, I understand that there is no real cure for this diagnosis.
I have tried essential oils, hot sauce and steroid mouthwash to no avail. I love to cook and enjoy food and drink, but now I am at my wits’ end. Are there any remedies you can recommend?
A. Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) has the medical profession puzzled. The lips, tongue or entire mouth may be painful without obvious signs of inflammation. As you stated, there are no clear causes or cures. However, there may be some hints of nutritional deficits.
Nutrition and Burning Mouth Syndrome:
People with BMS are significantly more likely than others to show signs of iron or B-vitamin deficiency (Journal of the Formosan Medical Association, Feb. 2021). At the Mayo Clinic, screening revealed low values or deficiencies in vitamin D, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, zinc, vitamin B12 and folate (International Journal of Dermatology, Sep. 2017). Values for blood glucose and TSH were both frequently elevated, and the authors suggest screening for these factors. We wish we had more to offer, but as you note, this condition is challenging.
The Agony of Burning Mouth Syndrome:
Q. I have burning mouth syndrome. For at least two months, my mouth and tongue have been burning as if I had scalded them.
I’ve seen my dentist, dermatologist and primary care physician. They can find no disease. I tolerate only tepid drinks and bland foods; I brush my teeth with baking soda, as toothpaste burns.
I’ve tried rinsing my mouth with coconut oil, salt water, peroxide rinse and a mouth rinse for dry mouth. Nothing helps. Do you have any remedies?
A. The cause of burning mouth syndrome is frequently a mystery, making it exceptionally hard to treat. In this condition, there are no obvious diseases apparent in the mouth, although the pain can be excruciating. Some experts suspect that it is caused by a disorder of the nerves that serve the mouth, tongue and lips.
Medications That May Be Responsible:
Some medications may trigger this problem. Specifically, reactions to blood pressure pills such as enalapril, eprosartan or lisinopril have been reported in the medical literature.
Deficiencies That Could Lead to Burning Mouth Syndrome:
As mentioned above, low levels of B vitamins (B1, B2, B 6, B12 or folic acid) may also contribute. So could low levels of iron or zinc.
Ask for a blood test to check your status. If any of these nutrients is low, a supplement might help.
Alpha Lipoic Acid?
An objective review of research found that alpha-lipoic acid may also be helpful (Cochrane Library, Jan. 24, 2005). This natural product is sometimes used to ease the pain of diabetic neuropathy, so it makes sense that it might help with other forms of nerve-related pain. We have not seen more recent studies confirming its usefulness, however.
One recent case report claimed significant benefit to a patient through sphenopalatine ganglion nerve block (Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology, March-April 2023). Doctors sometimes use this technique to treat other recalcitrant painful conditions, including migraine and cluster headache. It is inappropriate for people taking anticoagulant medicines. A single case report is hardly enough evidence to base a recommendation, though.
Janet
Recommend review of oral allergy syndrome.
Georgi
I too, suddenly had a painful, burning mouth. It was truly awful! This went on for weeks. Luckily, my dental hygienist told me about toothpastes. Most have SLS-sodium lauryl sulfate, as another person here mentioned. I stopped using that toothpaste, and the burning went away. I now look for and use the few toothpastes that do NOT have SLS. It’s like a miracle.
Helen
I suffered from burning mouth syndrome for over a year. Tried many things to get help and saw all the usual doctors. I finally read something obscure and thought “Why not?” The article suggested rinsing my mouth with some baking soda in water. In two days I got relief. It went away and has not returned. Was that the answer? I don’t know. don’t understand why that would help. I just know it worked for me.
Christine
I have Sjogren’s disease and had burning mouth syndrome for over a year. Went to several ENTs without any help. Finally got allergy tested and am on immuno-therapy. With in 3 months of starting immunotherapy the burning mouth has been gone. So mine was definitely allergy related! It was miserable. Thank goodness I’ve found relief and hope it doesn’t return.
Jolene
Years ago I had a problem with my tongue burning, and I read that Vitamin B might help. I started taking a B-100
complex, and that took care of it. I still take Vitamin B, and my problem has not come back. It might be worth trying.
Nancy
I’ve been taking B-Complex daily for about a week, as well as Zinc Picolinate 50mg and Turmeric Curcumin 500 mg, all as recommended by other people on this site. It’s only been a week, and nothing’s changed. Mouth still burns all day every day. I honestly don’t understand how scientists/doctors haven’t come up with something that works for this. There’s medication for dry eye, but nothing for dry mouth or burning mouth. It’s really driving me crazy.
Carey
Benadryl was the culprit for me! So glad I figured it out!
Lore
Most toothpastes contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. Eliminating that has helped several friends.
In addition, mint can be an irritant. Som unflavored fluoride toothpastes are available.
Barbara
I suffered with burning mouth for 6 months.
My doctor and I finally figured the problem was Acid Reflux. The doctor prescribed Omeprazole Delayed Release Capsules 20mg. I take one a half hour before my evening meal. After 3 days I did not have the burning. Several times I decided to quit for a day or two, and the burning came back. Hope this is helpful for your readers.
Betty
I’ve had what I think, most Drs agree, was Burning Mouth Syndrome for around 6 yrs. Started with unconscious tongue movement, dry mouth, burning tongue, lips, tissue inside mouth, all centered just inside mouth. This caused what feels like swelling tissue, difficult speaking thru the swollen tissue. I’ve been to all Drs in my home town that could, would involve mouth, teeth, sinus, neurological issues without solutions.
Neurosurgeon living up street recommended Gabapentin be prescribed by Neurologist I was seeing to calm my tongue. Didn’t help, but for 1st time in my life since menopause, with sleeping pill, I slept like a baby, didn’t stop the nite pill!! I’ve tried, ALA, Zinc, all the B Vitamins, everything for dry mouth, chose not to take Rx med for dry mouth b/c too many side effects, every vitamin, C, D with K2, antioxidants, Circumin, Ubiq, CoQ10, Magnesium, Venlafaxine (for anxiety), Kombucha.
I did find some relaxation with tongue by using a night guard during day, then not having much clamping during nite. Have broken several pieces, haven’t replaced! Had a stroke Thanksgiving eve, plate became “very” full! Still having some issues haven’t solved…strange thing evening had stroke, my tongue movement became an irritating movement …so BMS is a neurological issue. I don’t know what starts the movement with other people, but mine starts whenever I get up, stand, walking, NOT sleeping, sitting? You would think I was only one having this prob. People look @ me like I’m from another planet!
Did check years ago: Mayo Clinic in Minnesota is the only hospital that were investigating BMS. It’s cold up there so didn’t want to go! I’m reading in comments someone did go there. They had them swishing with ? Hot sauce, spit, keep trying. I need to get a new night guard since am much less stressed after stroke! Good luck with everyone’s pain from BMS.
Nanci
I am surprised that Sjogren’s Syndrome is not mentioned in this article. I’ve had burning mouth syndrome for many years. I was recently diagnosed, but have clearly had it for decades but didn’t know it. I’ve joined a Sjogren’s group and have learned that many people with this auto-immune condition suffer from burning mouth. People may want to see their rheumatologist to be tested for the syndrome.
I find brushing my teeth with children’s toothpaste more bearable than adult toothpaste. Baking soda can be abrasive to enamel.
M
On an “as needed” basis I take Solgar Alpha Lipoic Acid 200mg. It doesn’t make the burning go away but does lessen the symptoms for me. My condition varies a lot.
Marsha H
I had burning mouth syndrome. Other things may contribute but the main reason, IMO, is using dental products with sodium laurel sulfate. It is a “degreaser” which makes toothpaste foam up but it takes a layer of skin with it. It is very drying. I stopped using and the pain was gone the next day. I started using biotene which is an inexpensive, drugstore brand. Then I went on to Welada plant based which is even better. I had so much damage to my mouth that I have to sometimes gargle baking soda water to change the acidity in my mouth. Burning mouth syndrome was devastating. I gained 100 pounds trying to comfort myself with the pain.
Mary
Help! Help! Help! I can’t live with this Burning Mouth Syndrome.
Gary
Kellogg, Iowa
Went to Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota. They send you to dermatology department. They said do the Tabasco sauce rinse. Put 1-2 drops in 4 tablespoons of water to start. Use as a swish and spit 3 times a day. increase the number of drops as tolerated in the same amount of water. Right now I am doing 3- 1/4 teaspoons, it works, but fades away, if you drink other liquids afterwards. Very quick fix for extreme burning.
I have been doing for 1 year now. Went there in March of 2018. Any questions contact email me, glad to help. I have atypical trigeminal neuralgia from bad dental experience, along with BMS.
Clare
To Gary:
Is your burning mouth now cured? I have had it nearly 2 years, tried everything and all
Meds. Have seen everybody.
Carol
Oregon
Made myself this tumeric milk, and within seconds my tongue burned like crazy! Perhaps it was just too strong. (?) Rinsing with salt water helped immensely. And making sure NO disolvable vitamins , are used whatsoever!.
Nanou
Bangkok
I have used baking soda (bicarbonate soda) to rinse my mouth (1tbs in a glass of water) every time the symptoms appear (but no more than 3 times a day) and it made a huge difference almost immediately. I also found that cutting out sugar completely helped a great deal. Now I can go on without the baking soda if I stay off the sugar. If I stray, the burning comes back and I have to hit the baking soda again. I also avoid white carbs (pasta, bread, rice) but not sure whether that’s helped or not. I started having BMS when my blood sugar became high. I was eating well but too much fruit. There seems to be a definite correlation in my case, so I recommend giving it a try.
DorisK
Chicago
In reply to Nano:
I have tried everything myself for this burning mouth syndrome. I have had it for year and gone to an ENT, a regular doctor, and a dentist. I have tried most of the suggestions that the commenter SPELICAN has given. Now I am swishing with coconut oil for 20 minutes. Spit out into the garbage then rinse twice and use Anbesol. I’ve been doing this for four days, and the pain is almost all gone but if it comes back I will try the turmeric supplements and B vitamins and maybe try swishing with salt water. I am also using a mouthguard because the dentist thinks I am either clenching or grinding my teeth.
SPelican
Australia
I’ve had burning mouth and tongue for a year now. It’s hell. I am finally making progress, the pain beginning to back off with the strategies I’ve listed below. As you can see I’ve been trying hard, and you can beat it too!:
1. SWIMMING (for stress relief).
2. ACUPUNCTURE (to stimulate saliva and relieve pain)
3. TURMERIC supplement — remarkable!
4. B VITAMINS, everyday, for months. Finally working.
5. IRON
6. “TACROLIMUS” ointment — prescribed by oral surgeon
7. RAW COCONUT OIL mouth swishing…. nice
8. R-LIPOIC ACID (just starting this), may try ALPHA-LIPOIC
9. HERBAL LOZENGES – sugar-free mint-free
10. SLS-FREE GEL TOOTHPASTE, Jason brand
11. MEDITATION… stress relief & sleep assistance
12. CUT DOWN ON COFFEE & WINE, acid foods
Murr
Uk
Rarely, systolic dysfunction develops late in the disease.
RBn
My BMS started 10 yrs ago when I was grinding my teeth too much that lead to dry mouth, then dry mouth to my burning mouth it’s a combination of a lot of different foods that affect everyone differently you have to find out what food substances you eat or drink that sets yours off individually.
Also stress is number one factor in burning mouth syndrome. I take large amounts of vitamin B12 sublingual, B complex, Alpha lipoic , Lysine etc. eat a natural diet as I can. Cut down on alcohol coffee and especially sugar in any form except natural raw honey. Research Xylitol sweet brand. (It’s from a fir tree ) as a sugar substitute. It helps dry mouth and coats the teeth to help cut down bacteria in mouth. You can also bake with it.
Also some say gluten may trigger burning mouth – control your stress! No Drs or dentist can help me. Hope that helps. I have moderate TMJ. It may be a trigeminal nerve condition neuropathy.
joan
puerto rico
Burning mouth syndrome (my diagnosis) happened suddenly. I thought I was getting a weird feeling in my mouth and dry mouth from eating seedless grapes (organic and non-organic) but when I quit eating grapes the feeling didn’t go away… so I thought maybe it was nuts… but stopping nuts didn’t help. My weird feeling (like eating an unripe banana sort of) changed to a burning sensation on my tongue and inside my lip. I have been drinking and swishing coconut oil now and then and thought maybe that was the reason it felt burned (but is not visibly burned)… I started taking turmeric supplements… can’t remember when exactly… but I think I’ll stop them for awhile. So far my case is annoying and baffling… more than painful…. very very weird.
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shona
scotland
i have had this bms for 6 weeks its driving me nuts please help x
cheryl
phila
i have had this for ten days now i give anybody alot of credit if you can find a way to live with it i am fading fast trying to stay positive i was put on pantoprazole a month ago for acid reflux does anyone know if this could trigger my burning tounge plus alot of stress too i really dont know what to do started chewing gum but really dont like it tho it does help to get through work have alot of anxiety how can i calm that down not a happy person like before this started what works to calm it just a little relief would be a god send
jaqb
Spain
Hello Cheryl,
I am reading my story. My problem started after being on omeprazole for 8 weeks. I have been with the BMS for almost 8 weeks now without any relief.
I am planning to visit a doctor to see if i can get ny help…
Maria
Antioch, Ca.
Try alpha lipoic, I had bms for months but this finally stopped it. You will get heartburn so make sure you take an antacid. I finally am through with bms!!
Good luck
Maria
RBn
So cal
How much alpha lipoic do you take a day?
liberty
texas
Much to my surprise oil pulling has helped control the symptoms of mt burning tongue.
Larissa
New York
Nothing helping me. I started having this problem after 3 back surgery. How can I use Aloe Vera?
M
canada
I have suffered with BMS for about ten years. I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy. Has anyone else noticed that taking medications makes it worse? If I take Tylenol or Advil, my BM flares up terribly. I’ve been trying alpha lipoic acid for the last month and thought I was making some progress,but unfortunately, I recently got a sinus infection and ended up taking some Tylenol to help with the sinus headaches, and now my BM is through the roof again! Has anyone else noticed this?? Ps. It can be other meds too …. I noticed this also happened when I’ve taken gravel/Dramamine …… I hope I’m not the only one going through this!
Di
Hi M, I have had this for 4 years. Tried so many different things, spent a fortune all to no avail. Please try aloe Vera barbadensis. It’s a medicinal plant. Google it – there’s loads of info. I’ve been eating this for about 5 weeks now and the improvement is remarkable, I’m not cured yet but I’m 80% there. Please give it a go. Good luck.
Robin
Tennessee
Di,
How is the Aloe Vera still going with BMS recovery?
Thanks,
RK
Christine
Houston
Developed extremely painful burning mouth syndrome with altered taste sensation and a numb tongue for unknown reasons several years ago. I went to the dentist, primary care M.D., ENT and finally a neurologist. All blood work, including that looking for some very serious conditions, was normal as was my brain scan. Despite “normal” B12 levels in my blood and no indications for pernicious anemia, the neurologist prescribed very high doses of B12 via nasal spray as she didn’t know what else to try and B12 is non-toxic so high doses are safe. In a few weeks the burning and numbness reduced and I have close to normal taste sensation now. I have cut back on the B12 from four doses a week to one dose as needed when the burning and tingling on my tongue starts which is about every 10-days. Although the B12 nasal spray is expensive, it has made a huge difference in my quality of life and, compared to the treatment for serious diseases the doctors first considered, it is cheap, easy to administer and effective. We still do not know what causes this condition but the theory is that for some reason my body needs more than the “normal” B12 levels.
Robin
Tennessee
Christina,
Can you tell me more about the b12 nasal spray? There are different kinds of b12 and what is the dosage you use? I’m wondering if my Dr. would know what to order. Any additional info you can share would be very helpful.
Thsnks,
RK
Ethel G.
Person Co, NC
After cataract surgery 3 yrs ago, dry mouth started up. I don’t have Sjogren’s Syndrome. I do take a # of meds, Pilocarpine (Salagen) for dry mouth, being one. Spiriva, or any of the COPD drugs and Trazodone make it worse. Dental maintenance and observation of swelling , irritations and raw spots on gum visits every 4 months. I’ve seen a dental pathologist who suggested olive oil swishes 3-4x day after drinking a full glass of water. Coconut oil helps some.
This is the 1st mention I’ve seen of Burning mouth syndrome that describes my mouth perfectly. Quality of life is not as good since I can’t enjoy most food and drink. Milkshakes have been a staple. I’ve used TheraGum, Biotene products (mouthwash stings) and OraMoist, a time released dry mouth patch that helps for nighttime.
Suggestions here on Vit. B and zinc I’ll followup on. Thanks to all who responded and to the Graedons.
Anne
I had the same problem after taking a statin (Simvastatin) for almost one month. Didn’t realize that dry mouth is a known side effect of Simvastatin until after experiencing the side effect.
Jane K.
United States
I wrote to you a few months ago about this issue. My Doctor prescribed Losarten I guess for kidney blood pressure. My mouth became painful and had some lesions. I was sent to an oral surgeon and even had to endure a biopsy. I stopped the Losarten and the pain disappeared. Why don’t physicians or pharmacists know that this happens? It would have been a lot easier.
Bernice
Blacksburg, VA
I have burning mouth or burning tongue syndrome. I found that taking a variety of vitamins helps: B complex, zinc (usually in a calcium formulation with D and magnesium), E, multi, and C. Using sensitive toothpaste helps–I used to use a Tom’s variety that was gentle; now I use a Crest version. I find that I can skip one or two days of the vitamins, but more than that encourages the pain to return. I like spicy food, so being able to eat spicy food without my tongue rebelling is important to me. I feel as if fruits can set it off–pineapple perhaps, and also some forms of melon. When I was doing research, it seems to me that it was also linked to some forms of thyroid disorder.
Janice
Buffalo, NY
Wow…..reading your story could have be me 10 yrs ago! I suffered on and off for months. Dentist had no idea. Went to my ENT for sinus infection and mentioned it to him and was told that it could signal a B vitamin deficiency. I now take a B complex at least 5 times a week and when I forget to take it for a couple weeks…..the burning is back!
Cindy
Pocatello, ID
I get burning mouth syndrome as my hormones change……..most especially menopause!
Nancy
Colorado
I had burning mouth problems when I started on Ramipril. Stopped the drug and it went away. I wonder if there are any foods that act athe same way ACE inhibitors do and might trigger that response.
Dottie
Georgia
I will offer a few things that I am sensitive to: certain nuts such as cashews, whiteners in toothpaste, denture cleansers, tooth fillings, nasal sprays (ends up in the mouth), even lipbalm. We are complicated beings. Good Luck.
Kathy
Raleigh, NC
I had this problem along with a horrible after taste until I was finally referred to a specialist many years ago. He diagnosed a problem with my saliva not absorbing zinc and put me on zinc picolinate, which I have been taking for about fifteen years. I’ve tried going without it and the symptoms recur, so I continue to take it. You will not find this at a local pharmacy, but I’ve found reasonable prices at Swanson Health and Puritans Pride. I hope this helps, because I know how miserable life is with these issues.
Dottie
New Jersey
Can you tell me the dosage of the zinc and what brand? Thanks!
Linda M
Fayetteville
Kathy can you tell me the amount of zinc picolinate that you take. My BMS is going on one year now and I’ve tried so many things, seen so many doctors and everyone is at a loss as to why this is occuring much less what to do about it.
Thank you for the information.
ariel
usa
I have been going through a similar problem. Fam dr 2 times, ENT, dentist. Nothing.
finally I found an ENT that diagnosed it as geographic tongue (glossititis). He told me IF it was not better in 2 weeks to call and get a cat scan of tongue. The redness, swelling, pain in the back side of tongue. The other theory dr said was stone in salivary gland. I was told to swish hydrogen peroxide around in my mouth and then do a salt in warm water swish for 2 x day for 2 weeks. It helps to some degree.. but occ it swells more. Was told to try to figure out what the problem was by myself.. .. as in food..
also I have dry mouth which 2 dentist had ignored.. and now my teeth separate.
NOTE: I was told by dentist months ago that I had sloughing of the mouth normally caused by toothpaste allergy.. so I stopped using baking soda toothpaste. I was told that cleared up by dentist. I am still on my journey to figure this out. Suggest you keep going from ENT to ENT until you find one that will diagnose and treat you with the dignity you deserve.
Margaret
Ellicott City, MD
After all kinds of doctors visits, I tried something the late nutritionist, Adele Davis recommended: a good quality Vitamin B complex ( like Shaklee ), containing ALL the B
vitamins. Taking this has helped me within one week. I also use Biotene mouth gel at bedtime so that dry mouth will not wake me up
I watch the wine I drink, and only can drink a mild pinot grigio and occasionally a mild
pinot noir. Alcohol does deplete Vitamin B’s and this vitamin is needed for the nerves,
including those to the mouth.
Marilyn
MI
I’ve had severely burning lips and dry mouth due to Sjogren’s Syndrome, an autoimmune disease. Have you seen a rheumatologist to check this out?
Carolyn
Houston TX
I used to have a burning tongue and it was a great source of pain and irritation. I asked my doctors and my dentist for help. No one had any suggestions. Finally, being a law librarian, I contacted a friend who was a medical librarian and asked her to do a Medline search for me on this subject. She came up with some studies that I showed my primary care physician suggesting that low estrogen could be the problem. She increased my Premarin to a higher dose and it helped tremendously. A few years later after some information about the dangers of estrogen became known, I decided to stop taking it. With my doctor’s guidance, I tapered off very gradually. My burning tongue did not return, and I am now out of the menopause phase of my life.
Question: Why don’t more doctors access Medline – or a medical librarian for help when they don’t have answers to questions like this?
Carolyn
Houston TX
I used to have a burning tongue and it was a great source of pain and irritation. I asked my doctors and my dentist for help. No one had any suggestions. Finally, being a law librarian, I contacted a friend who was a medical librarian and asked her to do a Medline search for me on this subject. She came up with some studies that I showed my primary care physician suggesting that low estrogen could be the problem. She increased my Premarin to a higher dose and it helped tremendously. A few years later after some information about the dangers of estrogen became known, I decided to stop taking it. With my doctor’s guidance, I tampered off very gradually. My burning tongue did not return, and I am now out of the menopause phase of my life.
Question: Why don’t more doctors access Medline – or a medical librarian for help when they don’t have answers to questions like this?
Brenda
ST. Charles, MO
I have recently started to have this problem after I drink anything with artificial sweeteners. If I drink water only the sensation goes away. I add a kool aid like powder to my water and this is the problem I have after words, stinging and burning sensation. I also hope this brings to light another thing to look out for and be aware of. Thank you.
Genie
Sorry about that spelling! It’s Xantan Gum!
Genie
Willow Spring, NC
I have also found that the Xanthun gum used to thicken such things as salad dressing & A1 saucet causes my mouth to burn, I check the label to see if it’s in the product before I eat it.
Genie Anderson
Willow Spring, NC
I have an auto-immune condition called lichen plantus. My mouth burned like fire for 25+ yrs. I went to a specialist and tried all types of medications. Sometimes I would have to have shots on my tongue just so I could eat. Even drinking water burned. Stress & antihistamines were my biggest triggers. The burning caused stress and the stress caused burning so it was a vicious cycle. I have to have allergy shots for my allergies because antihistamines really set it off also!
Myy dermatologist prescribed Cell Cept and it has kept my condition under control. Recently I went thru a very stressfull period and it flared back up but still not as severe as it was before the Cell Cept. I have to have blood work every three months to monitor my health but it is worth it.
At one point I tried to cut back on the Cell Cept but the lichen plantus was lurking underneath. So, I am back to my usual dosage. I just pray that I won’t ever have to go off the Cell Cept or that something new will come on the market that will work as well! This is such an unknow disease unlike psoriasis.
Marsha
Indianapolis Indiana
I had burning mouth syndrom…though undiagnosed for years. I stopped using any toothpaste or mouthwash with sodium laurel sulfate and that cured it. I use Welada or any toothpaste (Crest is coming out with one) without it. I think the syndrome is caused by anything that dries out your mouth…think how chapped hands feel. I believe that’s why people do “Oil pulling” is to hydrate the mouth or lessen the dryness.
Also, a good idea to drink a lot of water. Baking soda may also be drying.
Di
Brisbane. Australia
Hi Marsha, I have had burning mouth for 4 years. I’ve recently started eating aloe Vera barbadensis (the medicinal plant). I’ve been doing this for about 5 weeks now. My BMS has improved out of sight. I’ve tried everything. Have a look on the Internet. Aloe Vera Is good for burns. I have burning mouth. I figured there was nothing to lose. Please try it. And if it works for you please let me know. I can’t believe the difference. It’s very gradual but it’s worked for me.
Paula
WI
Aloe Vera: Did you actually eat some of the plant? Or is it a substance you buy?
Lanelle
Naple, Florida
may be Lichen Planus….A skin condition that can make the inside of your mouth painful. Both I and my daughter have it. My Dentist diagnosed it first then the dermatologist agreed. I use Clobetasol Propionate .05 %. It is for external use but ok for small amts inside mouth. Google it! I dry my mouth with tissue first, then apply small amount. Hope this helps….
Diane
I get burning mouth syndrome and I have found that certain things trigger it, including any food, drink or products that include any form or mint, caffeine, or whiteners. Also, I sometime grind or clamp down on my teeth when stressed and that sets the burning sensation off. Finally, dry mouth can cause the burning sensation to start. Avoiding these things, treating dry mouth and managing stress is the only thing that helps when the burning starts. Hope this helps.
Genie Anderson
I agree with you, Diane. Caffeine, alcohol, mint, & certain fruits, I use regular Crest toothpaste because it is the only one that doesn’t burn.
Diane
Oh, yeah. I forgot about citric acid. Too much of that is also a trigger for me as well.