A member asked:

I just found a small black/ dark red spot inside my cheek above my back lower molars. what could this be?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Trauma: If you just noticed it, the black/dark red spot most likely represents an area of trauma, such as happens when biting your cheek. This could occur during chewing without you realizing it. It should disappear within a week, unless you keep biting it. It may also represent pigment of no consequence. If you use dip or chew, it could be serious & you should be checked by your doctor or dentist.

Answered 7/21/2020

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