Gingival color

Gingival pigmentation is presented as a diffuse deep purplish discoloration or as irregularly shaped brown and light brown or black patches, striae or strands. It results from melanin granules, which are produced by melanoblasts. 1 gingival pigmentation classification 2 gingival pigmentation differential diagnosis 3 melanosis gingival 4 gingival pigmentation causes 5 You can determine your gum health just by assessing the color of your gum tissue. So, what do healthy gums look like? What gum color tells you that your gums are strong, healthy and clean?. 6 Oral health 7 What color should your gums be 8 Gingival health 9 Pathological gingiva may deviate in color, texture, and size. Red, swollen, or bleeding gums can be a sign of gingivitis or periodontitis, two common gum diseases. Other signs include gum recession, shiny or smooth gums, and irregular textures. 10

gingival color The color of the normal gingiva is pale or coral pink. There are four factors that determine the color of the gingiva. These are vascular supply, the thickness of the epithelium, the degree of keratinization and physiologic pigmentation.