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2025-06-08 14:05:36
My gums become dark suddenly.I am on a medication for gerd and h pylori infection since last 15 days.Having 4 amoxicillin,2 clariwin,2Nexpro IT/sompraz IT,Aroraft and sucrafil syrups for three times in a day.Is this gum color normal or concerning?Pics attached.
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It appears to be normal gums with slight pigmentation. it is nothing to worry about. Regards Dental Galaxy, Pune

Answered2025-06-19 10:21:46

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It seems to be a normal healthy gums, even though if you are still concerned about the colour there are de pigmentation techniques available Get an opinion from gum specialist

Answered2025-06-12 10:42:50

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Don’t worry Do gum massage with gum paint . Maintain good oral hygiene

Answered2025-06-11 05:50:55

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It is normal No need to worry

Answered2025-06-10 13:49:47

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Hello , Don't worry this is absolutely normal . This is just a pigmentation

Answered2025-06-09 13:53:54

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Hello It looks normal do a massage every day morning and night while brushing

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Hello! It's normal Melanie pigmentation nothing to worry

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Hello Pigmentation is very normal. If u want to get rid of it you can undergo laser depigmentation. Dentsspa Dental Studio Pune

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Hi, This is gum pigmentation. No need to worry.

Answered2025-06-09 11:41:28

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