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Are painless white spots on gums a matter of concern?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have noticed a painless white spot on my lower gum. I am worried that it is a serious inflammation.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Ummah Mohammad

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ummah Mohammad is a Dentist. She is skilled in preventive and restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, and bridges. She is experienced in root canal treatments, tooth extractions, management of gum diseases, and dental implant procedures. She also provides cosmetic dental services such as teeth whitening and veneers, along with patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

I have seen the picture (attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity) and it appears normal. Food, medicine, or even the surrounding temperature and environment can affect the pigmentation in the body. Some people notice the gum color turning black and some white. It is due to the imbalance of a pigment called melanin which affects our skin color.

I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions

  1. Do not worry until there is any pain or inflammation.
  2. Practice finger massages after brushing your teeth to regularize blood flow.
  3. Maintain proper oral hygiene, drink plenty of water, and avoid excess soda or any other habits you have.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I have sent a higher-quality photo that can help you provide me with the right advice.

Kindly suggest.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Ummah Mohammad

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ummah Mohammad is a Dentist. She is skilled in preventive and restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, and bridges. She is experienced in root canal treatments, tooth extractions, management of gum diseases, and dental implant procedures. She also provides cosmetic dental services such as teeth whitening and veneers, along with patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

I have gone through the images again and (attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity) I think with proper brushing and finger massages the white spot can be easily scraped off.

I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions.

  1. You can use gum paint (Tannic acid) or the anti-fungal oral gel available. Apply the gel on the spot, keep it for four to five minutes, and spit it out.
  2. Do not worry if there is no pain, inflammation, or increase in severity.
  3. Kindly consult a specialist, talk to them, and take medications with their consent.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 25, 2023
Reviewed At November 19, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ummah Mohammad is a Dentist. She is skilled in preventive and restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, and bridges. She is experienced in root canal treatments, tooth extractions, management of gum diseases, and dental implant procedures. She also provides cosmetic dental services such as teeth whitening and veneers, along with patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ummah Mohammad is a Dentist. She is skilled in preventive and restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, and bridges. She is experienced in root canal treatments, tooth extractions, management of gum diseases, and dental implant procedures. She also provides cosmetic dental services such as teeth whitening and veneers, along with patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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