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What Causes Soft Skin In Mouth Near The Molars?

I got soft skin or a flap in my mouth near my molars on the left side , there on my inner cheek. There painless and I just noticed them in the past few minutes. I bit my cheek a while ago (3 days ago) but I don't think that could have caused the flaps or soft skin. I wan't to know what these are, I got two of them.
Mon, 24 Aug 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query soft skin in mouth near the molars is because of frictional keratosis which occurs because of continuous irritation of oral mucosa with cusps of teeth. It is painless condition with no harm as such. I would suggest you to visit dentist once and get sharp areas of cusps trimmed to prevent further irritation of mucosa. Maintain proper hygiene of oral cavity. If its become painful get it examined and go for its removal. A night guard can help control a grinding habit. Rinsing with warm salt water, maintaining a soft diet and avoiding irritants will assist tissue healing. Keep well hydrated, follow a proper diet with balanced vitamins and continue to practice good daily dental care.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Soft Skin In Mouth Near The Molars?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query soft skin in mouth near the molars is because of frictional keratosis which occurs because of continuous irritation of oral mucosa with cusps of teeth. It is painless condition with no harm as such. I would suggest you to visit dentist once and get sharp areas of cusps trimmed to prevent further irritation of mucosa. Maintain proper hygiene of oral cavity. If its become painful get it examined and go for its removal. A night guard can help control a grinding habit. Rinsing with warm salt water, maintaining a soft diet and avoiding irritants will assist tissue healing. Keep well hydrated, follow a proper diet with balanced vitamins and continue to practice good daily dental care. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari