Las Vegas Dentist          Dr Khanna        Dr Kelsy        Dr Kotler        Dr Rawson          Cosmetic Dentistry

Abbey Dental Center
4408 South Eastern Avenue Suite 200 = Las Vegas NV = 89119 = (702) 731-5700
351 North Buffalo Drive Suite A = Las Vegas NV = 89145 = (702) 869-0511
  Home Appointments
What we offer Ask the dentist
Meet the dentist Newsletter sign up
Map & Hours Professional referrals

The cause of burning mouth in seniors
 

Burning mouth usually occurs in individuals over 50, but can affect others as well. There are several reasons why it occurs.

Denture problems: a new denture, or one that doesn't fit well, can irritate your entire mouth.

Reduced salivary gland function: Our doctors know that this will cause the mouth to become dry, inviting oral discomfort, difficulty eating or swallowing, loss of taste, and a burning mouth.  Salivary gland dysfunction sometimes comes with age.  But there are saliva substitutes and rinses at Abbey Dental Center that we can prescribe to protect your oral tissues, and soothe burning sensations.

Medications: these often dry the mouth (side effects).

Vitamin deficiency: there is some evidence linking burning mouth syndrome to Vitamin B deficiency.

Candida infections: this is a common oral fungus, usually apparent to the eye but sometimes undetectable.  At Abbey Dental Center we can prescribe a topical anti-fungal agent that can help the problem.

Call us at (702) 731-5700 or (702) 869-0511 for more information on how we can help you with burning mouth.

 

 

 


Burning Mouth
In Las Vegas Nevada and the surrounding
Summerlin - Henderson - North Las Vegas - Lake Mead NV areas.
Home | What we offer | Meet the dentist | Map & Hours | Appointments | Ask the dentist | Newsletter | Professional referrals


Copyright 2005    Internet Dental Alliance, Inc.
Terms Of Use