Gum pigmentation can result from specific medical condition, medication, smoking, or changes in lifestyle. The antibiotic Minocycline that is used to treat acne and chlamydia can also result in gum pigmentation. The gum surrounding the tooth that has amalgam filling can become black or grey (amalgam tattoo).
Black Gums and Gingival Depigmentation
Black gums or black gingiva results from excess melatonin in the body and are commonly seen in dark-skinned individuals. Please read the article to know if your black gums need to be treated.
