Swap your toothpaste
Toothpastes that contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), can worsen symptoms of burning mouth syndrome, he reveals. “I advise my patients to try a toothpaste free of this preservative—it may help a little bit.” Otolaryngologist Melissa A. Scholes, MD, Surgeon-in-Chief, Children’s Hospital of Mississippi agrees, and suggests trying a “non-detergent based” toothpaste like Tom’s of Maine or Davids.
Does HRT relieve burning mouth syndrome?
Since burning mouth syndrome is most common in post-menopausal women, it would make sense to think hormone replacement therapy (HRT) might help ease symptoms. But, unfortunately, the evidence just isn’t there, says Dr. Gurvits. “It’s always worth trying, but HRT most likely won’t work because it’s just too late [in post-menopause] to take effect.”
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