Hi Dear, any lesion which are painless in the oral cavity you should be more careful. As soon as possible get it checked. And as per your say, you had habit of smoking so it becomes more important to get it examined urgently. However you need not be scared as sometimes due to smoking there is increased melanin (normal skin pigmentation) formation. Which can just be treated by Gingival ( Gums) Depigmentation. Take care get yourself examined by Dental specialist.
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Visit Dentist, preferably Oral physician, we do provide Oral physician Consultation at Care Dentaire Dental Clinic, Also I myself hace specialized in gum Depigmentation.