Why Are My Gums Black- 4978 Questions Answered

Is there a treat for Black gums to clean it ?? I have had Black gums since a very long time and it's very embarassing

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Dr. Swetha Illapakurthi Prosthodontist | Hyderabad

Hello . That color is due to melanin secretion in your body. If it is of esthetic concern to you certain depigmentation procedures can be used to slightly lighten the gum color. As lower teeth gums ar ... Read More

My gums are getting black and I am using stolin . Iis it will benefit for me??

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Dr. Anupreet Kaur Choudhury Dentist | Kolkata

NO use using any medicine for black colour of gums. ... Read More

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The gums of my frontier teeth are become black and incresing.down side are more black and upper side is also but less black

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Dr. Prof. Mahendra Raj Oral Medicine and Radiology | Chennai

Some people have melanin pigment deposition on their gums which apparently appears as blackish It's most often quite normal ... Read More

Should I wait til June for gum surgery?? Is black gums are really harmful??

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Dr. Anupreet Kaur Choudhury Dentist | Kolkata

Black gums are not harmful or abnormal.They are just due to melanin pigment,no need to undergo for a surgery. ... Read More

Hello I have black gums due to smoking... Please suggest me something for it... Since 1 year i m facing this problem

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Dr. Gunjan Gawai Dentist | Navi Mumbai

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Hi Black gums and the pigmentation can be lightened with a simple procedure Once the procedure is done we can observe the effect and then go for subsequent sittings. ... Read More

Since childhood I have black gums... Let me know if I can get rid of it. If yes what is the possible treatment and how much it will cost?

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Dr. Priya Verma Dentist | Bangalore

Gum color is genetic just like skin colour and not possible to change much. It may darken by smoking etc but cannot be altered ... Read More

Respected doctor sir and mam in my upper teeth there is some litle black gum I went to a dentist they told me to do a scaling of a teeth from a scaling the black gum will go away or plz can u tell me some medicine or a best mouth wash for a gum

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Dr. Bonya Kundu Oral Medicine and Radiology | Kolkata

Pls put up picture. Depigmentation treatment can done for pigmented gingiva. ... Read More

My daughter has black gums. Pls advise what should i do to make them normal as it doesn't look nice. She brushes regularly.

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Dr. Chethan R S General Physician | Bangalore

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Brushing and flossing your teeth properly, twice or three times a day Gargling with a good mouthwash or some warm salt water twice each day Quitting unhealthy practices like smoking and chewing tobacc ... Read More

Why my gums are getting black. I am regularly brushing my teeth twice. Please advice what's the cause.

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Dr. Shruti Patil Dentist | Pune

Its normal might be due to hyper melanin pigmentation ... Read More

Gums of my daughter are getting black. They are little bluish in tone. What can be the reason and how they can be cured. Is this due to deficiency of any nutrient.

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Dr. Deeksha Sharma Dentist | Delhi

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No, that is normal due to melanin deposition it can turn black. This is not a cause of worry. If possible attach a picture of the same for further reference. ... Read More

I have gum recession in 2–3 lower teeth, and there’s inflammation that bleeds when brushing. One tooth also feels slightly loose. I’m aware I may need deep cleaning or gum surgery. I want to know: – Can gum recession be reversed or stopped? – Will deep cleaning help tighten the loose tooth? – Is gum surgery painful or does it require anesthesia? –

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Dr. Sayanth P Dentist | Kannur

Hi there, ma'am first of all, you don't need to panic. Lower anteriors are most site for recession and class 1 stage can be reversed in majority of cases after scaling[cleaning] or if the condition os ... Read More

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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Dr. Pia Patel Dentist | Chennai

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

How to get rid of black underarms?please suggest an ointment? permanent solution for black underarms .

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi for last one week I have small gum ulcer not much pain little bin discomfort also shared xray report and ulcer photo

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Dr. Vishal Vishwas Dentist | Rajsamand

OPG xray not h clear ... Read More

My gum is getting white from the corner and it's hurting too much. Pain is spreading to the throat and ear.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 21 Views v

Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

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Hello Can you please share the picture? ... Read More

The gums are bleeding randomly I'm using soft bristle toothbrush itself and I'm mid travel so can't go for physical examination. Any toothpaste or ointment to help with the situation?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Sapna Dentist | Gurdaspur

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Kindly book online appointment with dentist ... Read More

Hard black bony / teeth like growth in bottom gums at the end right hand side it is painless and black in color. The cheek tissue and gums near it are a little swollen and painful.

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Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

Hello Can you please share the picture? It might be probably the wisdom tooth you’re talking about ... Read More

Does petsaffa/kayam tablet cause black stool??is it safe ?I have constipation and I'm using it and after taking those medicines I have black stool

Asked for Female, 25 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Poonam Ayurvedic Gynecologist & Obstetrician | Ayodhya

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You can use medicated aneama ....or water aneama regular ... Read More

My kid is 7 yrs old . For past one month she is telling occasional pain behind the last molar teeth in lower jaw . Her last molar teeth is good . But infront of last molar teeth is having decay to big level . But she is not telling pain of decayed tooth . Behind the last good molar teeth telling pain under the gum ( bone area) . Is it gum pain or a

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Asked for Female, 6 Years 68 Views v

Dr. Purna Sri Dentist | Gurgaon

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Hello, The pain behind the last tooth might be due to the eruption of that tooth or food getting stuck under the gum there. The main point of concern in the picture is multiple decayed teeth in the 7 ... Read More

My sister has bleeding gums that bleeds everyday.She says she gets lot of saliva in her mouth when she wake up in the morning.She also says that her lower gums get attached to her mouth in morning.Why are these weird symptoms and how to cure it. Currently she takes limcee and showed no effect of chlorhexidine mouthwash

Asked for Male, 20 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Samreen Jaral Dentist | Jammu

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Bleeding gums can be caused by poor oral hygiene, leading to plaque buildup and inflammation (gingivitis). Other factors include aggressive brushing, vitamin deficiencies, or certain medications. To ... Read More

Hi in my skin there is a black spot what is that ones name i have attached picture pls help me will it go by own

Asked for Female, 31 Years 49 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

One of my molars broke in half a year back. Now the gum has swollen with white puss coming out. Is it a bacterial infection? If yes then what medicine should I take?

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Dr. Anjali Chambole Dentist | Bidar

Hello, Yes it has got infected please visit your nearby dentist and get a physical check up done. It needs to be examined clinically to prescribe you medicine. Don't wait longer to approach the dent ... Read More

I am mother of 5 month old daughter, Can I use metrogyl 2% gel for gum massage during breastfeeding

Asked for Female, 30 Years 24 Views v

Dr. Rahul Kathariya General Physician | Pune

Its okay to use metrogyl 2% gel for gum massaging during breastfeeding. there are no side effects maam. Dental Galaxy, Pune ... Read More

Ive been experiencing swelling and occasional bleeding in 2-3 of my gums. I had braces 2 years ago, and over the past 2 months, I've noticed the gum bleeding problem has become more frequent.. can anyone suggest me something

Asked for Female, 24 Years 37 Views v

Dr. Pia Patel Dentist | Chennai

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Hi, Visit a dentist and get a clinical examination done. Get a routine full mouth cleaning done. ... Read More

My husband is having gum bleeding for few months, is it a issue? and what can be causes for it. Kindly guude

Asked for Female, 31 Years 57 Views v

Dr. Zoya Rasheed Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist | Bangalore

Hello! Yes! It could be due to lack of oral hygiene. Get physically examined and go for cleaning ... Read More

I am having black dry stool from 5 days and having gas trouble..Please say is this any serious problem ?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 50 Views v

Dr. Deepak Mangla Gastroenterologist | Delhi

Do u have any loose motion, fever, weakness, dizziness, pain killer intake in past? ... Read More

It doesn't happen on regular basis but one day 7 month back at night suddenly blood came from my gums for 5 min and then stopped automatically and thereafter it never happened again Is it a matter of concern And sometime remain a tickling sensation in teeth's And disappear automatically within few hours

Asked for Female, 47 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

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Hello Please visit the dentist for scaling once ... Read More

Please suggest any medicine or gel for instan pain relief inner gum paining n swollen. All dental clinics are closed today

Asked for Female, 27 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Ami Parmar Dentist | Mumbai

dear practo user, kindly give full information ...paining since when?..your age ?any medical history ?and photos for reference. only after this we can prescribe you medicines. ... Read More

Hello dr..i am 19 weeks of pregnancy.. 3 days ago i take iron tab 2pm..and then 5.30 pm i vomit black... Frist time i vomit black... Is is iron or any other medical problem.. Is this time of pregnancy endoscopy is safe plesse tell me🙏🙏🙏 Also attach black vomiting picture

Asked for Female, 25 Years 26 Views v

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Surgical Gastroenterology | New Delhi

This can happen with iron supplements. Let us wait if it is still there even after stopping the medications. Can wait for endoscopy, endoscopy to be planned of there is any drop in hemoglobin and if t ... Read More

My gum is mild swelling near 3rd molar lower tooth..there is impacted wisdom tooth and gum is swelling dr. Prescribed me monocef o cv 200 twice a day for 3 days...but after oneday my swelling is reduce ...will I have to continue this med???

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Dr. Pia Patel Dentist | Chennai

Hi, Continue the medication as prescribed. ... Read More

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Why are my gums black

Is there a treat for Black gums to clean it ?? I have had Black gums since a very long time and it's very embarassing

My gums are getting black and I am using stolin . Iis it will benefit for me??

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The gums of my frontier teeth are become black and incresing.down side are more black and upper side is also but less black

Should I wait til June for gum surgery?? Is black gums are really harmful??

Hello I have black gums due to smoking... Please suggest me something for it... Since 1 year i m facing this problem

Since childhood I have black gums... Let me know if I can get rid of it. If yes what is the possible treatment and how much it will cost?

Respected doctor sir and mam in my upper teeth there is some litle black gum I went to a dentist they told me to do a scaling of a teeth from a scaling the black gum will go away or plz can u tell me some medicine or a best mouth wash for a gum

My daughter has black gums. Pls advise what should i do to make them normal as it doesn't look nice. She brushes regularly.

Why my gums are getting black. I am regularly brushing my teeth twice. Please advice what's the cause.

Gums of my daughter are getting black. They are little bluish in tone. What can be the reason and how they can be cured. Is this due to deficiency of any nutrient.

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.

How to get rid of black underarms?please suggest an ointment? permanent solution for black underarms .

Hi for last one week I have small gum ulcer not much pain little bin discomfort also shared xray report and ulcer photo

My gum is getting white from the corner and it's hurting too much. Pain is spreading to the throat and ear.

The gums are bleeding randomly I'm using soft bristle toothbrush itself and I'm mid travel so can't go for physical examination. Any toothpaste or ointment to help with the situation?

Hard black bony / teeth like growth in bottom gums at the end right hand side it is painless and black in color. The cheek tissue and gums near it are a little swollen and painful.

Does petsaffa/kayam tablet cause black stool??is it safe ?I have constipation and I'm using it and after taking those medicines I have black stool

Hi in my skin there is a black spot what is that ones name i have attached picture pls help me will it go by own

One of my molars broke in half a year back. Now the gum has swollen with white puss coming out. Is it a bacterial infection? If yes then what medicine should I take?

I am mother of 5 month old daughter, Can I use metrogyl 2% gel for gum massage during breastfeeding

Ive been experiencing swelling and occasional bleeding in 2-3 of my gums. I had braces 2 years ago, and over the past 2 months, I've noticed the gum bleeding problem has become more frequent.. can anyone suggest me something

My husband is having gum bleeding for few months, is it a issue? and what can be causes for it. Kindly guude

I am having black dry stool from 5 days and having gas trouble..Please say is this any serious problem ?

Please suggest any medicine or gel for instan pain relief inner gum paining n swollen. All dental clinics are closed today

Hello dr..i am 19 weeks of pregnancy.. 3 days ago i take iron tab 2pm..and then 5.30 pm i vomit black... Frist time i vomit black... Is is iron or any other medical problem.. Is this time of pregnancy endoscopy is safe plesse tell me🙏🙏🙏 Also attach black vomiting picture

My gum is mild swelling near 3rd molar lower tooth..there is impacted wisdom tooth and gum is swelling dr. Prescribed me monocef o cv 200 twice a day for 3 days...but after oneday my swelling is reduce ...will I have to continue this med???

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