The upper dental chamber, known as the palate in medical terms, if it is always itchy, it may be related to mental factors, the oral environment, or inflammatory irritation of the mouth or neighboring tissues. Common diseases that may cause the upper teeth always itch are dental inflammation, nasal inflammation or throat inflammation.
1. Dental inflammation: gingivitis, periodontitis and other dental inflammation stimulation of the upper teeth, may lead to the upper teeth red, swollen, itchy and other symptoms, if necessary, the patient can go to the dental clinic for scaling treatment, and then take medication as prescribed by the doctor for treatment, such as amoxicillin, metronidazole.
2. Nasal inflammation: Inflammation of nasal cavity or sinus, such as allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, in the active or chronic period can be spread to the upper chamber, resulting in the upper chamber by the inflammatory cell stimulation caused by itching. You can consciously look for allergens for isolation, or you can carry out treatments such as nasal rinsing, or use medication for treatment.
3. Pharyngeal inflammation: chronic or acute inflammation of the throat, such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, etc., can cause lymphoid follicle hyperplasia to varying degrees in the upper teeth near the posterior wall of the pharynx, which leads to itchy sensation in the upper teeth. Patients can use anti-inflammatory drugs for treatment, but also can follow the doctor’s instructions to use honeysuckle, fat sea and other Chinese herbs bubble water to drink.
Long-term itchy upper gums need to consult a doctor to clarify the condition, under the guidance of the physician treatment.