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Black gums
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.
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It looks normal do a massage every day morning and night while brushing
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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
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Don’t worry
Do gum massage with gum paint .
Maintain good oral hygiene
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It is normal
No need to worry
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Hello ,
Don't worry this is absolutely normal .
This is just a pigmentation
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Dr. Zoya Rasheed
Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
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It's normal Melanie pigmentation nothing to worry
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Dr. Priti Munde
Dentist
17 yrs exp
Pune
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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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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
This is gum pigmentation. No need to worry.
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