Cognitive-behavioural therapy for idiopathic burning mouth syndrome: a report of two cases.
Two cases of burning mouth syndrome (BMS) that were successfully managed with cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) are reported. The principles and application of CBT are described. The cases presented demonstrate the important role that this type of psychological approach can have in the management of patients with BMS.
Humphris
G M
GM
Department of Clinical Psychology, University of Liverpool, UK.
Longman
L P
LP
Field
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EA
D000328:Adult; D001519:Behavior; D002054:Burning Mouth Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D003071:Cognition; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; D004644:Emotions; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008016:Life Change Events; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010147:Pain Measurement