Question 1

is it ok to let kids chew gum?

Accepted Answer

Sugar Free ONLY: You cant't stop them but at least train them to use sugar free.

Question 2

what is the cause of darker lower gum ?

Accepted Answer

Melanin : Can cause dark discoloration of the gums based on ethnicity and it is normal. 
If the the darker color (e.g. Dark red) is caused by gum disease , it will also involve inflammation due to engorgement of blood due to irritants, e.g. Tartar, plaque, calcular deposits, .. Please see your dentist if it is raising some worries.

Question 3

what can i do about my dark gums?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Dark gums are usually pigment in the tissue.  This is almost like a tattoo or having freckles.  You really cannot change it.

Question 4

how to take chewing gum away from my child?

Accepted Answer

Set limits!: Set your rules and limits for chewing gum for your child. You may provide opportunities to allow gum chewing in clearly defined guidelines/parameters. Offer an alternative choice when it comes to this consumption. Create self consciousness/inner authority re: choices/decisions made re: gum chewing.

Question 5

my gums are a lot darker on some parts, what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Inflamation: If this is not your normal color, then this area is inflamed and needs attention of a soft tooth brush used in circles.  Have a dentist see the area to give the rest of what you can do.

Question 6

when a person have dark gums what does that mean would like to no?

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Dark gums?: &quot;dark&quot; like in brown would probably mean normal pigmentation and this varies from individual to individual in the same manner as skin color. &quot;dark&quot; like in red\purple would probably indicate gum inflammation and periodontal problems.  Localized spots might indicate something else. Have your own dentist take a look.

Question 7

i have dark gums - what is the most recommended procedure to make them pink? thanks.

Accepted Answer

Dark gums: Brown gum pigmentation is inherited and not alterable.  Diseased gums may appear red rather than pink, and bringing them back to a state of health will return them to a healthy salmon pink color.  Gum question or problem, see a gum/bone specialist, a Periodontist, for state of the art care.

Question 8

i swallowed large amounts of gum as a child. could this cause any problems as an adult?

Accepted Answer

No: As with food products, gum too will pass through the gut without problem. Some studies have shown chewing gum to be effective in reducing symptoms of gastric reflux (heartburn). But there have been no studies showing that swallowing gum is problematic.

Question 9

i have dark spots on my gums, what causes this?

Accepted Answer

Melanin: It is common to have pigmentation on the gums. Melanin is responsible for pigmentation.

Question 10

gum receding in children, do they grow back to normal over time?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist : Gum recession is the process in which the margin of the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth wears away, or pulls back, exposing more of the tooth, or the tooth's root. Receding gums may be one of the first signs of gum disease. Gum recession is not something you want to ignore. If you think your child's gums are receding, make an appointment with your dentist.

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