In addition to strong teeth and a clean tongue, proper oral hygiene also includes good gum health. Having pink and spotless gums is a sign that your gums are healthy. However, spots, changes in color, as well as pain in the gums can indicate an underlying health problem.
In an interview with Hindustan Times, Dr Surabhi Bhatia, Chief Dentist and CEO, Lifeberry Health, explained that insufficient hormone production, amalgam tattoos, smoking are some of the causes of black gums. He also described a condition called melanosis in smokers which is caused by excessive smoking.
If you have dark gums and your smile brings you to your senses, it’s time for you to find a solution. Listed earlier are some remedies that will help lighten dark gums as well as whiten your teeth:
Green Tea:
Apart from its many health benefits, green tea can also help you get rid of the darkening of your gums. Green tea is rich in antioxidants and has powerful therapeutic properties. The natural ingredients present in it have the power to fight a variety of dangerous germs, including those that can darken your gums.
Cloves:
It is an Indonesian spice that has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiseptic and analgesic characteristics that help fight infections in general, in particular oral diseases. It is a great natural remedy to whiten dark gums.
Sage leaves:
Gums leaves help in getting rid of black gums as well as making them pink and healthy. Extracts from the respective leaves can be used as a gum tonic. There are many ways to apply it to your gums, sage leaves can be juiced, mixed into tea, or even applied directly to the teeth and gums.
Aloe vera gel:
It is a versatile home remedy that is used to treat a number of skin and hair care problems. Aloe vera gel is also good for dark gums due to its anti-inflammatory and other beneficial properties. Gently massage your gums with aloe vera gel to get rid of the black color.
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