Prevalence of burning mouth syndrome(Bms) in patients visiting a private dental college in chennai

Abstract

Burning mouth syndrome can be defined as a complex disorder that is characterised by persistent burning sensation in the oral mucosa in the absence of any objective signs. The aim of the study is to analyse the prevalence of burning mouth syndrome in patients visiting a private dental college in Chennai. A retrospective study was done using the case records of patients visiting the dental hospital from June 2019-December 2019. Case sheets containing information on burning mouth syndrome were retrieved and analysed. In total, 9 cases were confirmed. Prevalence was found to be 0.02% and more common in females than in males. In males, the most common age group was 41-50 years whereas in females the most common age group was 51-60 years. However, there was no statistically significant (p>0.05) association between presence of burning mouth syndrome and age or gender. Within the limits of the study, it can be concluded that burning mouth syndrome has a prevalence of 0.02% and is most commonly seen in women older than 50 years.