Burning Mouth Syndrome in Association With Angular Cheilitis: A Case Report
Authors
Palak Bhaiyya
Dentistry, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
Prasanna Sonar
Oral Medicine and Radiology, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
Priyanka Paul
Public Health Dentistry, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
Swamini Gabhane
Dentistry, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
Anushree Rathi
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Seema Dental College and Hospital, Rishikesh, IND
Pooja Dhole
Oral Medicine and Radiology, Vidharbha Youth Welfare Society Dental College, Amravati, IND
A burning sensation in the mouth without any obvious mucosal alterations is the hallmark of burning mouth syndrome, a chronic pain syndrome. BMS can worsen pain if it coexists with angular cheilitis, a condition characterized by inflammation around the corners of the mouth. Conventional therapies for angular cheilitis and burning mouth syndrome sometimes have unfavorable side effects and offer only little relief. When ozone is combined with oil, it accelerates tissue repair and oxygenation while destroying germs, fungi, and viruses. Triphala is a traditional treatment for oral health problems because of its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial qualities. The effectiveness of alternative medicines, particularly ozonated oil, and triphala, a traditional herbal combination, in treating these diseases is examined in this case study. A 72-year-old woman reported a burning sensation in her mouth. The patient described the prolonged heat or burning sensation in the anterior two-thirds of her tongue. She was diagnosed with angular cheilitis and burning mouth syndrome. Conventional treatments, such as topical steroids and antifungal drugs, have not been effective. The patient was instructed to apply ozonated oil topically to the affected regions twice daily and to rinse their mouth with triphala. The patient reported full healing of the angular cheilitis lesions and considerable alleviation from burning feelings following two weeks of therapy. The patient noticed a significant decrease in the burning sensation in her mouth, characterized by a lack of discomfort, irritation, or pain. Throughout the treatment, no side effects were seen. According to this case study, ozonated oil and triphala may be useful in treating the symptoms of angular cheilitis and burning mouth syndrome, providing an alternative to traditional treatments.
Keywords: ayurvedic medicine, ozonated oil, triphala, angular cheilitis, burning mouth syndrome
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