What Causes Black Spot In The Floor Of Mouth?

Posted on Tue, 26 Jan 2016

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 Answered on

Fri, 11 Mar 2016 Last reviewed on

Question : under my tongue where it is joined to the bottom of my mouth there is a small area of black discoloration?

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Ecchymosis, self limiting condition, saline gargling

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your query. I have gone through the query and your image.
As far as the red/reddish black spot in the floor of the mouth is concerned I have the following possibility.
It can be a ecchymosis secondary to any trauma during brushing or having food. Nothing to be panic, it's a self limiting condition. It will subside in a week. Do warm saline gargling. If it is not subsiding, then consult an oral physician and get it evaluated.
I hope I have answered your query. If any queries are there reply me back. Take care

Note: Find out which dental treatment will work best for your teeth. Ask here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D