Gum is a very common oral health product that can sometimes cause problems for some people. For example, when you take your toothbrush to use or eat something salty, there may be gum stuck to the brush or mouth piece where it gets rubbed in.
When this happens, you need to loosen the gum up until you can pull it off the other surface. This process is called “peeling” the gum away.
If you are ever able to get the gum completely out, try rinsing with water to see if that removes any residue. If it does, then great! You now know how to do that!
But what if you cannot seem to get the sticky substance off even after trying all available methods? Read on to find out more about getting popcorn teeth removed!
What is popcorn skin?
There are two types of tissue that form in your mouth during pregnancy. One type grows faster than the other and so most doctors refer to it as abnormal growth.
This extra layer of protective mucus helps prevent bacteria from sticking to your teeth. It also acts like a barrier to protect your soft tissues such as your tongue and cheeks from infection.
However, when the baby comes down the birth canal, these layers are pushed aside which allows access to deeper areas of your mouth.
Use a toothbrush to remove the popcorn
While most people can usually get rid of tartar with a regular cleaning routine, some patients may need additional help. If this is you, there are several methods you can try.
One method that has been shown effective in removing tartar is called brushing with a dental brush or wire bristled scrubber. A dental brush is similar to a normal toothbrush, but instead of having a handle, it has a small looped end. You hold the tooth by the crown (the top) while the brush scrubs along the surface.
If needed, you can use an oral irrigator to aid in removal as well. An irrigator uses water to clean your teeth and gums, and some have special filters to filter out any residual pieces of tartar.
Use salt
If you are able to get some of the gum or mouth tissue out, then try using a spoonful of table salt to scrape off the stuck material.
Table salt is not needed in large amounts, so do not worry if it does not work at first. You can keep trying until you find a way to remove the leftover residue.
After scraping, rinse your teeth thoroughly with water to prevent any salty deposits from staying on surface area. This will help ensure that you did not pull anything else out along with the initial piece!
Removing dental plaque is important as this may develop into gingivitis or periodontal disease. Both of these conditions can be treated, but require proper diagnosis.
Use citric acid
If you find that your mouth is becoming more uncomfortable due to sensitivity or gagging, try using some citric acid.
Acidity can help break down mucus in the oral cavity, including from gum disease and tartar buildup.
You can also use it to remove metals such as mercury or lead that have gotten stuck in your teeth or gums.
To make citric acid solution, add one part lemon juice to three parts water and mix well. Then, apply enough pressure to compress the liquid for two minutes before rinsing thoroughly with plain water.
Note: Do not swallow the acids! Only press the liquids as needed.
Use lemon juice
For people who suffer from gingivitis or periodontal disease, one of the first things that can hurt your oral health is popcorn. This happens when bacteria in plaque grow and activate an acidic reaction within the mouth.
When you brush your teeth, some saliva also helps wash away infectious agents. But if there’s not enough, then the growth of bad bacteria is more likely to occur.
If you notice yourself getting white spots on your tooth enamel or your gums becoming red and swollen, it could be due to gum inflammation caused by bacterial toxins.
At this stage, the tissues surrounding the roots of your teeth are beginning to become infected. If left untreated, persistent infection may lead to loss of bone and soft tissue around the teeth, requiring dental surgery to restore them.
While brushing and rinsing your mouth regularly is important for overall good oral hygiene, staying ahead of the spread of harmful bacteria requires more than just doing those tasks once a day.
Use alcohol
For anyone who has ever stared in wonder at someone’s mouth after they took a big drink, you know what it is when your lips pull back as their saliva dries.
The skin pulls away from the gum or tooth surface creating popcorn like pieces of dried up tissue. This happens because alcohol removes excess water from tissues which then evaporate.
When this occurs it can cause the tissue to contract slightly, leaving a small gap between the two surfaces. As the body tries to close that gap, the tissue really sticks together making it hard to separate.
This will only happen with dry teeth and gums so if you use dental floss every day, start doing just one row before switching to chewing brushes.
If possible, make sure your dentist checks your oral health around periodontal issues, check out our link here for more information.
Boil it
If you can’t get your tooth or gum to loosen, try boiling some water and baking soda (or powder) solution for several minutes. Once the solution is cool, scrape away any leftover bits with a brush or knife.
This works because when liquid is put in contact with dried out tissue, the fluid seeps into the space between the tissues, making it soft and able to be manipulated.
Use a straw
For anyone who has ever tried brushing their teeth with a plastic toothbrush, or using a spoon to scrape your mouth off the toilet seat, then you have already experimented with the most effective way to get popcorn out of gums and teeth!
Using a drinking straw is by far the best way to do this as it uses both vertical pressure and horizontal pressure to effectively remove stuck food particles.
When using a drinking straw to scrape your teeth, make sure to hold it at an angle of about 30 degrees (bruxism style) and insert just enough depth to penetrate through the surface layer of gum tissue before pulling up slightly.
This article will give more detail on how to use a drinking straw to scrape your teeth.
Use corn oil
There are several ways to get popcorn out of your mouth. The best way is by using an appropriate tool, and having adequate supplies ready!
One of the most common sources of gum damage is tartar or calculus that has become stuck in the teeth due to poor oral hygiene. When you brush and floss regularly, however, it can be removed. If needed, there are some home remedies you can try.
We will discuss two types of recipes here – one for adults and one for children. For both groups, we will tell you what ingredients to use and how to prepare them. Then, we will talk about where to put these solutions while you apply them.