title: Burning Mouth Syndrome.
abstract: Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is multifactorial in origin which is typically characterized by burning and painful sensation in an oral cavity demonstrating clinically normal mucosa. Although the cause of BMS is not known, a complex association of biological and psychological factors has been identified, suggesting the existence of a multifactorial etiology. As the symptom of oral burning is seen in various pathological conditions, it is essential for a clinician to be aware of how to differentiate between symptom of oral burning and BMS. An interdisciplinary and systematic approach is required for better patient management. The purpose of this study was to provide the practitioner with an understanding of the local, systemic, and psychosocial factors which may be responsible for oral burning associated with BMS, and review of treatment modalities, therefore providing a foundation for diagnosis and treatment of BMS.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, School of Dental Sciences, KIMSDU, Karad, Maharashtra, India.
authors.forename: K A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Kamala
authors.affiliation: Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Sciences, Karad, Maharashtra, India.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sankethguddad
authors.affiliation: Department of Periodontology, Manjunath Dental Clinic, Above Hegade Medicals, Dharwad, Karnataka, India.
authors.forename: S G
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Sujith
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Maratha Mandal's Nathajirao G. Halgekar Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Belgaum, Karnataka, India.
authors.forename: Praveena
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Tantradi
keywords: Burning mouth syndrome; Classification; Diagnosis; Pain management