Dr. Naveen Thomas
Dentistry
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Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I have a small dark spot in my mouth. Is there something to be worried about?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
It seems like a blood clot due to injury while chewing or eating food; usually, it should go away in a week or two. It also can be a mole if it is present for a long time.
Do you have any habit of cheek bite? When did you start observing this black spot? Was there any pain recently? Kindly answer the questions for a better evaluation.
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
Thanks for the reply.
I only noticed it yesterday, so I am not sure how long it has been there, and I do not remember having pain. I often have bad taste in my mouth, especially in the morning. How could I get rid of this? Is it a microflora imbalance?
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
The bad taste can be due to gum infection or food impaction between teeth gaps. I suggest you brush twice a day after food and use a mouthwash or warm salt water gargle. I also recommend cleaning your teeth by a dentist every six months or so. Please wait for atleast two weeks to see whether the black spot reduces in size and disappears; if the spot increases in size, let me know or consult a dentist in your area.
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