A member asked:

Dark spot on tonsil?

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Dr. Mark Loury answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Not sure: Some with darker complexions can have areas of pigmentation in the mouth particularly on the gums next to teeth. The old mercury dental amalgams could leave a gray area on the tissue next to the tooth. Melanoma can occur in the mouth but rarely. I suggest you see ENT for evaluation.

Answered 5/27/2015

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