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Is There A Way To Remove Black Spots On Tip Of Tongue?
I have had black spots on the tip of my tongue for a almost 17 years (since age 10) and I'mvery self conscious about it. It makes me really uncomfortable whenever some one notices it.
Is there thing I can do to remove them or lighten them or anything that can be done by a professional??
Is there thing I can do to remove them or lighten them or anything that can be done by a professional??
Thu, 11 Jun 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern.
As per your query you have symptoms of black spots on tongue since almost 17 years which is a matter you should not worry about. It is because of two major reasons in your case. First of all its because of hyperpigmentation which is a genetic trait that keeps resurfacing and secondly its because of hairy tongue which result from alcohol consumption, a soft diet, poor oral hygiene, fungal infection, dry mouth (xerostomia) or excessive use of tobacco.
Need not to panic about it, I would suggest you to try applying rosehip oil, potato juice of puree, aloe vera, lemon juice and cucumber juice to black spots. Sucking on small pieces of pineapple twice a day for one week will lighten spots.
If you want permanent removal of these then you should visit dermatologist once and get it examined properly. Go for laser treatment. Cryotherapy is also considered treatment option.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern.
As per your query you have symptoms of black spots on tongue since almost 17 years which is a matter you should not worry about. It is because of two major reasons in your case. First of all its because of hyperpigmentation which is a genetic trait that keeps resurfacing and secondly its because of hairy tongue which result from alcohol consumption, a soft diet, poor oral hygiene, fungal infection, dry mouth (xerostomia) or excessive use of tobacco.
Need not to panic about it, I would suggest you to try applying rosehip oil, potato juice of puree, aloe vera, lemon juice and cucumber juice to black spots. Sucking on small pieces of pineapple twice a day for one week will lighten spots.
If you want permanent removal of these then you should visit dermatologist once and get it examined properly. Go for laser treatment. Cryotherapy is also considered treatment option.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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