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What Is The Brownish Line Going Straight Down Starting On The Gum Line Between The Teeth?
I am a 50 year old female, 5'2" at a 140 pounds. I just noticed on the front, bottom gums of my teeth, there are a couple of brownish lines going straight down starting on the gum line between the teeth. I do have a history of bladder cancer in which I am not sure this would have any effect, but just thought I would mention it. Without seeing the problem, do you feel it could be cancerous? Thank you for your time. Alice
Tue, 15 Jul 2014
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The brownish line running across the gum could be a normal variant of melanin pigmentation. it can occur secondary to chronic irritation or secondary to lichen planus. It cannot be cancerous. Keep an eye on the pigmentation, if it increases in size or spreads to other area then consult a oral physician and take a opinion.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
The brownish line running across the gum could be a normal variant of melanin pigmentation. it can occur secondary to chronic irritation or secondary to lichen planus. It cannot be cancerous. Keep an eye on the pigmentation, if it increases in size or spreads to other area then consult a oral physician and take a opinion.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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