Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain

Korean Academy of Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine (대한안면통증구강내과학회)
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Treatment for Burning Mouth Syndrome: A Clinical Review

  • YoungJoo Shim (Department of Oral Medicine, Daejeon Dental Hospital, Institute of Wonkwang Dental Research, College of Dentistry, Wonkwang University)
  • Received : 2023.01.05
  • Accepted : 2023.02.02
  • Published : 2023.03.30
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Abstract

Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a chronic idiopathic orofacial pain. BMS is currently classified as a neuropathic pain condition, but it is difficult to pinpoint the precise neuropathic mechanisms involved in each patient. It is challenging to complete the cure for BMS. Clinicians should treat BMS patients based on evidence. There is pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapy in the treatment modalities of BMS. The provision of objective information and reassurance as part of cognitive behavioral therapy is critical in the treatment of BMS. This paper will review the evidence-based treatment of BMS and discuss what we need to do.

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This study was supported by Wonkwang University in 2022.

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