A good number of people complain of mouth skin peeling after brushing their teeth. There are some causes at the root of mouth peeling. These are:
- A kind of oral skin reaction to certain medications you are taking
- Oral symptoms of some autoimmune diseases
- Oral tissue burning due to ingestion or eating something caustic
- A side-effect of radiation therapy
What is mouth peeling?
Mouth peeling is an oral condition that can happen at different ages in your life. It refers to tissue loss or innocuous shedding of the outer layer of the skin in your mouth.
What to do?
Instead of trying out home remedies, you should consult with an experienced oral surgeon or oral pathologist. There are some underlying causes of oral peeling though it is not always serious. A doctor will evaluate your mouth and inspect different types of oral lesions to figure out the cause.
If you feel some kind of irritation and sensitivity in your mouth, make sure to use gentle toothpaste and the softest toothbrush available. These are easily available at different stores. Also use lukewarm salt water to rinse your mouth 3-4 times a day. It is a way of bathing your oral tissues and as a result, you will feel better.
However, it is all meant for temporary relief. If the problem does not go away after a few days, you should visit a professional for a permanent solution to the problem. It is important to find the root cause of your problem.
Dental Filling: A Possible Cause for Mouth Peeling?
Those with silver fillings often ask if the mercury in the fillings can cause serious oral problems including skin peeling in mouth and if they should go with regular replacement.
It is a burning question in the field of dentistry whether silver fillings or amalgams could be safe for people. Silver filings are also known as amalgam restorations. The reason: these are made from amalgamations of different metals including silver, zinc, copper and tin in combination with mercury.
Dentists make holes and place mixed metals in them with great care. Over the years, people have become sceptical whether the mercury part affects their health. They also have questions if these fillings come out or leach.
The answer is people should not worry about it. It is perfect for your health. Amalgams do not cause the skin roof of mouth peeling. Moreover, mercury never comes out or causes irritation. A series of articles posted in a national publication including the Wall Street Journal (September 12, 2006) question the safety of amalgamation and also its effectiveness.
However, an FDA advisory panel reported that no scientific evidence was presented to support the regulations of dental amalgams. The report, based on a review of 34 studies, could not find any significant new information. However, the panel stated that more research should be done to confirm its safety and efficacy.
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Soon after the FDA announcement, the American Dental Association came up with support for further studies on amalgam safety, insisting on the “the overwhelming weight of scientific evidence supports the safety and efficacy of dental amalgam” and that both dentists and their patients should find amalgam easily available.
Dentists say that amalgams need to be replaced only if there is a crack or decay around them. Amalgams last a long time and hence, are inexpensive.
However, you should remember that amalgams are not a permanent solution. If you have such fillings, your dentist will check them during your regular visit for dental cleaning. If the dentist thinks that your old amalgam needs a replacement because of decay or a crack, you have options.
Gold, instead of silver, can be used in fillings. In fact, gold is an excellent metal for this purpose. Replacement fillings can also be made of tooth-colored porcelain or tooth-colored bonding materials.
You should discuss all these with your dentist to figure out the right type of material best suited for your mouth. People with the habit of grinding their teeth may find it okay with gold fillings because porcelain is prone to fracture.
The ultimate decision should also take into account the kind of bite you have and the amount of tooth structure lost owing to decay.
All dentists, after inspecting the mouth of a patient, should agree on whether or not the person has a cavity i.e. a hole in the tooth. However, dentists may have a difference of opinion on when to treat the hole due to several guidelines on this.
Some dentists think that the best time to treat a cavity is when it is found in the enamel i.e the outer layer of the tooth structure. Others will prefer keeping a watch on the cavity and suggest treatment only after it gets deeper. Many dentists will take a ‘watch and wait’ attitude until the hole gets into the second layer of the tooth structure (also called dentin).
Summary: Many people experience skin peeling in their mouth, especially after brushing teeth. There are some health issues that may cause the problem. Though not all of these are serious, still it is better to consult with a dentist if the problem persists.
