Burning Mouth Syndrome
Gabriel investigates underlying causes systematically: comprehensive nutrient testing (B12, folate, iron, zinc), hormone evaluation if menopausal, oral swab for Candida, saliva testing for dry mouth, food and dental material allergy testing, rule out diabetes and thyroid issues.
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Gabriel's Approach
Gabriel investigates underlying causes systematically: comprehensive nutrient testing (B12, folate, iron, zinc), hormone evaluation if menopausal, oral swab for Candida, saliva testing for dry mouth, food and dental material allergy testing, rule out diabetes and thyroid issues. Treatment addresses deficiencies, treats Candida if present, addresses hormonal changes, uses alpha-lipoic acid (proven effective), capsaicin desensitization, and addresses psychological factors. Not psychosomatic but real condition with identifiable causes in most cases.
Root Causes
Why Conventional Fails
Investigate treatable causes (deficiencies, Candida, medications), alpha-lipoic acid, capsaicin, clonazepam, gabapentin or other neuropathic pain medications, hormone replacement if menopausal, cognitive behavioral therapy, often labeled idiopathic and treatment unsatisfactory.
Often labels idiopathic without thorough investigation of nutritional deficiencies, hormones, Candida, allergies; alpha-lipoic acid proven but not universally used; inadequate trial of capsaicin desensitization; dismissed as psychosomatic when psychological factors are secondary to real physical condition; medications (gabapentin, clonazepam) have side effects.
Your Complete Protocol
A comprehensive, tiered approach combining supplements, herbs, and advanced therapies
Your Protocol for Burning Mouth Syndrome
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Essential Protocol
What's Included
- Alpha-lipoic acid 600mg 3x/day (proven effective, takes 2 months)
- B-complex high-dose (especially B12, folate, B6)
- Iron if deficient
- Zinc 30mg
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Practitioner-Grade Protocol
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What's Included
- Standard Process whole food protocol
Whole food supplements by Standard Process
Complete Protocol
What's Included
- All Practitioner-Grade supplements & herbs
- BPC-157 (tissue repair + gut healing)
- Thymosin Alpha-1 (immune modulation)
Standard Process + Matter peptides
Recommended Supplements
Key Lab Markers
Dietary Guidance
Avoid irritating foods (spicy, acidic, hot temperature, alcohol, tobacco, cinnamon, mint), increase B vitamin and iron rich foods, adequate hydration (saliva production), avoid identified allergens, if Candida present: anti-Candida diet, soft non-irritating foods, avoid mouthwashes with alcohol.
Lifestyle Factors
Treat nutritional deficiencies aggressively, hormone replacement if menopausal and appropriate, treat Candida if present, optimize saliva production (sugar-free gum, saliva substitutes), stress management and treat anxiety/depression, cognitive behavioral therapy helpful, replace suspect dental materials, change medications if contributing, capsaicin desensitization protocol, distraction techniques.
Recommended Treatments
Mind, Body & Spirit
Evidence-based practices that complement physical treatment protocols
Mind
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
moderateCoping strategies for chronic pain, address secondary anxiety/depression.
Body
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
moderate600mg 3x/day proven effective, requires 2 months trial.
Capsaicin Desensitization
moderateTopical capsaicin protocol to desensitize pain fibers.
Nutritional Repletion
strongCorrect B12, folate, iron, zinc deficiencies.
Candida Treatment
moderateIf oral yeast present, antifungal treatment often resolves symptoms.
Hormone Optimization
moderateIn menopausal women, hormone replacement may help.
Spirit
Curated for Burning Mouth Syndrome
Traditional supplements via Fullscript
Standard Process + classical TCM
Standard Process + advanced peptide therapy
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