What reason is gum black

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If patients with black gums don't take effective measures, they are likely to be unable to control this bad trend. If the melanin deposition area of gums or palate becomes rough, uplifted, prone to bleeding or mass, they should seek medical treatment in time. What is the reason for black gums? Let me tell you about it.

What reason is gum black

First, this situation may be caused by periodontitis, or it may be that metal salts are absorbed into the body through blood circulation, which can form banded or linear light gray or blue black pigment deposition on the edge of gingiva, which is called lead line and mercury line.

Second: there are many factors of gingival blackening, such as smoking, denture, pregnancy, endocrine disorders, vitamin deficiency can cause gingival blackening.

Third, some people find that their gums are black, unlike others' gums, which are pink. They worry about whether they have any diseases. This substance that causes the color change of gums or oral mucosa has two sources. One part of it comes from the body itself, which is called endogenous substance. It mainly includes melanin and various pigments from hemoglobin. The other part comes from outside the body, They are mainly heavy metals, dyes, plant pigments and medicinal properties

matters needing attention

In daily life, eat more fruits and vegetables, keep optimistic mood, pay attention not to fatigue, pay attention to the recovery of the body, in addition, if there are any symptoms should go to the hospital for examination, and corresponding treatment, these are to actively do.