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Burning Mouth Syndrome

Authors :
Jaisri R. Thoppay
Scott S. De Rossi
Katharine Ciarrocca
Source :
Lasers in Dentistry: Guide for Clinical Practice
Publication Year :
2013
Publisher :
Elsevier BV, 2013.

Abstract

Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a chronic condition that is characterized by burning symptoms of the oral mucosa without obvious clinical examination findings. This syndrome has complex characteristics, but its cause remains largely enigmatic, making treatment and management of patients with BMS difficult. Despite not being accompanied by evident organic changes, BMS can significantly reduce the quality of life for such patients. Therefore, it is incumbent on dental professionals to diagnose and manage patients with BMS as a part of comprehensive care.

Details

ISSN :
00118532
Volume :
57
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Dental Clinics of North America
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....b721baf5d3f91504758b36636b4d9191
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cden.2013.04.010