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Dental and Oral Health (Adults)

My gums are turning black

11/21/2005

Question:

I have recently noticed that my inner lower gums are turning black. I do not have discomfort or ant other problem. This change should have occurred over the past two weeks. I`d like to find out the cause for this change and if it`s reversible.

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The Ohio State University Daniel E Jolly, BA, DDS, FAAHD, FACD, FAGD
Professor of Clinical Dentistry
College of Dentistry
The Ohio State University
Daniel E Jolly, BA, DDS, FAAHD, FACD, FAGD