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My 6 yr old had two teeth near the back of her mouth pulled and now her gums are black. what could be wrong?
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Black gum area : If the color of your 6 year old's gum is an unusual color and you feel that it is related to the recent surgical procedure, you should return to the treating dentist for a reevaluation. Sometimes what appears to be discoloration is a form of pigmentation. Either way, a visit to your dentist for a definitive diagnosis is appropriate.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Amalgam tattoo: If the teeth had amalgam fillings in them then small pieces of the amalgam may have been dislodged and the gums healed over it leaving an "amalgam tattoo" in the area.
Answered 11/16/2012
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Examination: Take her back to the treating dentist for a post op evaluation. This should be seen to give you helpful information.
Answered 8/15/2020
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Black gums: It's not uncommon to have black gums after a tooth extraction. It could be because of a yeast candida issue or a staining issue from foods.
Answered 12/9/2013
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