American Dental Association
There are some over the counter products you can use to help reduce the burning pain from burning mouth sydrome. This can include topical products, such as ointments and gels. Using saliva inducing drops can help, as it increase the flow of saliva.
To determine what treatment options may be best for you, see your dentist.
RealAge
No over-the-counter medications are available for burning mouth syndrome (BMS). You can take other steps to help relieve the symptoms:
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Suck on ice chips.
- Avoid acidic foods and drinks, such as coffee, citrus, soda, and tomatoes.
- Avoid spicy-hot foods, cinnamon, and mint.
- Don’t drink alcohol.
- Don’t smoke or use tobacco products.
- Use an alcohol-free mouthwash.
- Try switching to a different toothpaste brand.
Continue Learning about Burning Mouth Syndrome
Important: This content reflects information from various individuals and organizations and may offer alternative or opposing points of view. It should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, you should consult with your healthcare provider about your specific health needs.
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Burning mouth syndrome (BMS), also known as glossodynia, can affect the tongue, inside of the cheeks or whole mouth and feel like a scalding sensation. It can also cause tingling and loss of taste. BMS produces pain that can last for years, or come and go during the day. BMS may occur by itself or be associated with other mouth conditions, like dry mouth. Women are affected more than men, and older people more than younger. BMS treatment varies from changing medications that cause dry mouth to natural remedies like vitamin therapy. Learn more about diagnosing and treating burning mouth syndrome with expert advice from Sharecare. DW comment: i added BMS more since it's more highly searched.
