A Touch of Darkness: What Causes Gum Hyperpigmentation?
Many people know that dark spots on the face are caused by factors such as sun damage, aging, and other skin conditions, but what about dark spots on the gums? It’s called gum hyperpigmentation, or black gums as it’s colloquially known, and it affects hundreds of thousands of people. Black gums aren’t usually dangerous or life-threatening, but they can be unsightly and embarrassing in public, especially when you’re eating food like ice cream or candy that really shows off your blackened gums in all their glory! Black Gums Can Look Pretty Nasty: Gum hyperpigmentation, also known as dark gums, is…