Introduction: Introduction
Terminology and Definition
Classification
Epidemiology. Symptoms of Burning Mouth Disease: Introduction
Burning Sensation and Other Dysaesthesias of the Oral Mucosa
Dry Mouth
Taste Disturbance
Smell Disorder
Association with other Orofacial Pain Disorders
Complaints Elsewhere in the Body. Suggested Causes of Burning-Mouth-Disease-Like Symptoms:
Introduction
Allergy to Food Substances
Anaemia
Blood Disorders
Dentures or Teeth Related Causes of Burning-Mouth-Disease-Like Symptoms
Gastrointestinal Inflammation ('Gastritis')
Hormonal Disorders
Medication, Side Effects
Mucosal Diseases
Neurological Diseases
Parafunctional Habits
Smoking and the Use of Alcohol
Vitmain Deficiencies. Reported Treatment of Burning Mouth Disease: Introduction
Treatment with Drugs
Alternative Treatments
Treatment without Drugs
Psychosocial Intervention; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Summarizing Conclusion. Management of Burning Mouth Disease: Introduction
Oral Examination
Laboratory Investigations
Dental Treatment
The Importance of Proper Communication
Proper Information
Various Treatment Modalities
Self-Care
Psychosocial Intervention; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Referral to a Specialist or a Multidisciplinary Pain Clinic
Postscriptum.