Can you fix a black gum?

Posted Thursday, July 21, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Smile

Posted by Alex Farnoosh, D.M.D., M.S.D., Ph.D

By: Alex A. Farnoosh, D.M.D., M.S.D., Ph.D.

Many people who suffer with black or discolored gums feel self-conscious about them, often hiding their smiles or learning to smile without showing their gums. Although black gums are natural, it can cause a lot of social anxiety in both men and women. People who don't like their gums don't have to suffer in silence; there is a form of black gum treatment that can correct the appearance of dark or discolored gums: gum bleaching.

Gum bleaching lightens your gums in less than an hour in most cases. There is no major discomfort and no downtime following the procedure. The gums appear red at first, but after the first 3 to 4 days, your gums will become a healthy pink color. One the procedure is done you will never need another treatment again. If you are concerned about the color of your gums, this could be a good procedure for you.

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