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.

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

Reduced salivary gland function: Dr. Cobb knows 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 George W Cobb Jr DDS 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 George W Cobb Jr DDS we can prescribe a topical anti-fungal agent that can help the problem.

Call us at 281 440-8440, 281 444-8692, or 281 444-8693 for more information on how we can help you with burning mouth.

Burning Mouth
In Houston Texas and the surrounding
Champion Forest - Tomball - Spring - Cypress TX areas.