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What Causes Dark Ring On Gum Line That Encircles One Of Back Molars?

I have a dark ring on the gum line that encircles one of my back molars. It is not sensitive, gum lines are healthy, and there is no pain associated. I did floss it really well yesterday and a small popcorn kernel came out and it has been weeks since i had popcorn. Any thoughts?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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hello thanks for consulting at hcm,,the dark ring on the gum line could be tartar/calculus present..which appears as black line,,you need oral prophylaxis- scaling and polishing,,you also need to do gum massage with the pulp of your finger,,do salt water gargle thrice daily,,nothing to worry, also get a iopa radiograph.. to check for alveolar bone loss,,consult a periodontist for a check up and treatment..hope it helps,,take care..
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What Causes Dark Ring On Gum Line That Encircles One Of Back Molars?

hello thanks for consulting at hcm,,the dark ring on the gum line could be tartar/calculus present..which appears as black line,,you need oral prophylaxis- scaling and polishing,,you also need to do gum massage with the pulp of your finger,,do salt water gargle thrice daily,,nothing to worry, also get a iopa radiograph.. to check for alveolar bone loss,,consult a periodontist for a check up and treatment..hope it helps,,take care..