Wrinkles

What does a black line on your gums mean?

The dark line is associated with an old porcelain dental crown. This style of dental crown is referred to as a porcelain fused-to-metal dental crown because it uses tooth-colored porcelain on the outside and it uses metal under the porcelain for strength.

What causes black line on gums?

Poor oral hygiene is often the leading cause of tartar buildup. For tartar to turn black or form below the gum line, improper brushing and flossing is usually the culprit.

How do I get rid of the black line on my gums?

The best way to eliminate that unattractive dark line is to replace the crown. In most cases, we can use a dental crown that is entirely made of porcelain, which looks completely natural. Today's dental porcelain is also very strong, so you will not be sacrificing any strength with a crown that is free of metal.

Why do I have a line on my gums?

Lack of adequate gum tissue around your teeth or crowns called, " gum recession". Gum recessions will also appear as dark or yellow lines making a very unaesthetic smile line. This is usually accompanied by teeth sensitivity.

What is trenchmouth?

Trench mouth is an infection that causes swelling (inflammation) and ulcers in the gums (gingivae). The term trench mouth comes from World War I, when this infection was common among soldiers "in the trenches." The appearance of normal teeth varies, especially the molars.

What do gums look like with gum disease?

Unhealthy Gums. If you have healthy gums, they will look firm and pink. Some signs of unhealthy gums include redness and swelling, gums that bleed when you brush or floss your teeth, and gums that appear to be pulling away from the teeth.

How do you know if your gums are unhealthy?

Unhealthy Gums. If you have healthy gums, they will look firm and pink. Some signs of unhealthy gums include redness and swelling, gums that bleed when you brush or floss your teeth, and gums that appear to be pulling away from the teeth.

What is Vincent’s disease?

: a progressive painful disease of the mouth that is marked especially by dirty gray ulceration of the mucous membranes, bleeding of the gums, and a foul odor to the breath and that is associated with the presence of large numbers of a rod-shaped bacterium (Fusobacterium fusiforme synonym F.