After brushing my teeth, what is causing a slimy film all over the inside of my mouth. usually appears within an hour i have used numerous different toothpastes and nothing helps. my father is experiencing same problem.

Are : Are you referring to what may feel like a thin film on your teeth? This is called plaque which is a biofilm. Your mouth is full of bacteria. No matter how well you brush, floss, and use mouthwash, you will never rid your mouth of bacteria. Not that you would want to. The streptococcus mutans which comprises the vast majority of the bacteria in your mouth are the bacteria that are responsible for your tooth decay... They also keep other harmful bacteria in check. Your best bet is to brush your teeth well, at least twice a day, and watch your processed sugar intake. This will help reduce cavities and keep your teeth healthy. See below link for more info.

I : I agree, but- you may be having an allergic reaction to an ingredient in your toothpaste. I have had a few patients over the years show an adverse reaction to the anti-tartar ingredient. Try a toothpaste that is just anti-cavity, like orginal crest or aim. Almost all the new style toothpaste contain phosphate preparations used to inhibit plaque and tartar accumulation. This might be what is causing your problem. This reaction can be familial...I have 2 sisters as patients that suffer with it. They use crest cavity protection gel. Good luck!

Dr : Dr devantzis' answer is correct, however, it occurs to me that you might be experiencing the resulting exfoliation of the superficial cells of the mucosa that occurs with tarter control toothpaste. Try changing your toothpast. Dr neil mcleod dds dentistry that lasts - quality that counts.

Many good answers: All my colleagues have made good points. In addition, i mention that brushing removes the surface deposits on your teeth. When well removed, it takes only a short time for salivary components to reform a layer called the pellicle, this may be what people are describing. Upon this thin pellicle layer adhesion of bacteria takes place and is termed plaque. Pellicle.