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My dog has a black spot in mouth after dental surgery. Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rat Terrier | Male | neutered | 11 years and 6 months old | 38 lbs

My dogs mouth has been healing for a month after dental surgery. There’s a black spot where one of his teeth were removed. Is it a sign for concern? I’m not sure what it is. Could it be pigmentation?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 1st, 2021

Hello, thank you for using Pet Coach and for giving us that amazing photo! Much appreciated! I personally, think it looks like pigment and is normal. I suggest you just monitor it for now and it the black spot gets larger, then have your vet check it out.

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