Could a simple splint cool the fire of burning mouth syndrome?
NCT ID NCT07344909
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether wearing a custom mouth splint (Essix appliance) can reduce pain and dry mouth in people with Burning Mouth Syndrome. Twelve adults who have already felt relief from the splint will take part. Researchers will measure pain levels, saliva volume, and proteins in saliva to see how well the splint works.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 12 people
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- Expected to start
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Jan 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Nov 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 80 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * patients with oral mucosal pain from participants in the previous BMS validation study. * greater than 30% pain relief during prior use of an Essix appliance. * chronic intraoral pain lasting more than 3 months. * age between 18 and 80 years. Exclusion Criteria: * fibromyalgia * ongoing dental treatment
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Malmö university
Malmö, Sweden
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