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The Mugford Center Covid-19 UpdateAt The Mugford Center we prioritize the safety of our patients and employees. We have always taken extra precautions to provide our patients with a clean and sterile environment. In these times we make sure to go above and beyond what the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, the American Dental Association, and the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners recommends. Our goal is to make everyone who comes into our office feel as comfortable as they possibly can. -Dr. David Mugford and The Mugford Center team. Read More |
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Posted on 12/10/2019 by David Mugford |
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 Flashing a broad grin should be something that comes naturally to all of us, but if we have insecurities about the appearance of our smile, we may hesitate before sharing it with the world. While having dark colored gums is completely normal for many people, some of them may be embarrassed by the color of their gums. However, dark gums can also be caused by a variety of conditions ranging from absolutely benign to severe enough to warrant immediate intervention from dental professionals. I Have Dark Gums: Should I Seek Treatment?The color of your gums is largely dependent on a wide number of factors. If you've always had dark colored gums, then most likely there's no reason to be alarmed. If your gums have suddenly changed in color, though, then you may definitely need to pay us a visit.These are the primary reasons that your gums may appear dark:
The color of your gums is not anything you should be ashamed of, but it's perfectly understandable to covet the appearance of cheerful, pink gums. Bleaching is a cosmetic option available to patients to bring their gums to a color that may better suit them. If your gums are dark, we can help. We will rule out benign causes of the darkening and start you on treatment for it. Give us a call today to schedule your dental exam with a medical consultation for your dark colored gums. |
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