Dark Gums? No Problem! Consider Gum Depigmentation to Improve the Esthetics of Your Gums

Dark or brown splotches on your gums can make you self-conscious about your smile. Luckily, there is a solution. ClearCare Periodontal and Implant Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, uses gingival depigmentation (gum bleaching) to clear dark spots on your gums (gingival pigmentation) caused by high melanin levels. Our periodontists, Drs. Hoda Hosseini and Katie Chung perform gum depigmentation through conservative procedures to restore your gum’s health and appearance with minimal recovery time.

Periodontal Depigmentation - Before & After

What causes gum pigmentation?

The natural color of the gums is pink. However, due to high levels of melanin, your gums can appear to have brown or dark spots. While several factors can cause gum pigmentation, genetics is the leading cause. Like your eyes and skin, genetics significantly determine the melanin pigmentation in your gums. Individuals with darker skin tones are more likely to have naturally darker gum pigmentation.

Gum pigmentation does not indicate any disease or dysfunction. Many patients seek gum depigmentation services for purely aesthetic reasons. Changing the gum color from dark to a natural pink can enhance the appearance of teeth, allowing them to stand out more prominently.

What to expect from the procedure?

Gum depigmentation aims to remove the pigmented area to reveal the underlying, lighter-colored gingival tissue. This treatment achieves long-lasting and esthetically appealing results you may not find with chemical solutions. 

Gum depigmentation involves the following:

  • Initial consultation to assess your oral health, discuss your concerns, and evaluate the extent of gum pigmentation
  • Preparation, which includes cleaning your teeth and taking photographs of your mouth to document the “before and after” results
  • Anesthetizing your gums to minimize pain and discomfort during treatment
  • Using a scalpel to remove the superficial layer of pigmented gum tissue. We carefully and precisely target the areas with excessive melanin to reveal the lighter tissue underneath
  • We’ll provide you with post-operative care instructions to manage any discomfort and promote proper healing
  • You will need a few weeks for the gums to heal and the final results to become visible

Gum depigmentation near me

If you have brown or dark-colored gums in Winnipeg, MB, please call (204) 421-9236 to schedule an appointment with ClearCare Periodontal and Implant Centre. 

Our periodontal team offers gum depigmentation services to restore your gums to their natural pink color.

Dr. Hoda Hosseini DMD near me

Hoda Hosseini, DMD, MDent (Perio), FRCD(C)

Dr. Hoda Hosseini is a board-certified periodontist with extensive experience in general and specialized dental care. After earning her dental degree from the University of Manitoba in 2006, Dr. Hosseini participated in the Remote Access Program and furthered her expertise with a Masters in Dentistry in Periodontics and Implant Surgery. A Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and International Congress of Oral Implantologists, she is also a member of the Canadian Dental Association and Canadian and American Academy of Periodontists. Dr. Hosseini is a published author and esteemed educator, dedicated to advancing patient care and professional training.
Dr. Katie Chung, DDS near me

Katie Chung, DDS, MDent

Dr. Katie Chung is a skilled periodontist with a rich educational background and extensive experience. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Toronto before returning to Vancouver to practice general dentistry. Driven by her passion for periodontology, Dr. Chung pursued a Masters of Dentistry at the University of Manitoba, where she received the esteemed Dean of the RFHS Graduate Student Achievement Prize. A proponent of gentle, evidence-based care, she is a valued member of the ClearCare family. Dr. Chung continually enhances her expertise through continuing education and international conferences and is dedicated to patient-first dentistry.
Dr. Marshall Hoffer, DMD near me

Marshall Hoffer, DMD

Dr. Marshall Hoffer is a distinguished prosthodontist, renowned for his experience in implant dentistry, crown and bridge restoration, and denture treatment. A graduate of the University of Manitoba Dental School, Dr. Hoffer was inspired by a 1974 lecture to pursue prosthodontics and completed his postgraduate education at the State University of New York in Buffalo. In 1978, he established Manitoba's first private prosthodontics practice. An early adopter of Nobel Biocare Implant training, Dr. Hoffer has been treating implant patients since 1985. His commitment to excellence and patient care is unwavering, earning him trust and respect in the dental community.
Dr. Charlene Solomon, DMD near me

Charlene Solomon, BChD, MSc Dent, MChD, FRCD (CA)

Dr. Charlene Solomon is a respected prosthodontist with over 30 years of experience. Beginning at the University of the Western Cape, she earned her BChD in 1991, followed by a master's in Oral Medicine & Periodontology, and a second master's in Prosthodontics. Now a tenured Assistant Professor and Division Head of Prosthodontics at the University of Manitoba with multiple published articles, Dr. Solomon is a Canadian Board Certified Prosthodontist and Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. A member of the APC, ACP, and AO, her commitment to personalized patient care and excellence in dental restoration is widely recognized.