Black gums

Learn about the causes of black gums and discover effective ways to treat and prevent this condition. Take action to maintain healthy gums and a confident smile.
SWEET GUM TREE | The only edible part of the tree is the dried sap which makes a fragrant, bitter chewing gum. Despite its name the gum is not sweet. It’s called Sweet Gum to separate it from a different species altogether, the Black Gum,  Nyssa sylvatica, which is extremely sour and bitter. In comparison the mildly bitter Sweet Gum is definitely sweeter. Nyssa Sylvatica, Sweet Gum Tree, Mastic Gum, Sweet Gum, Gum Tree, Kidney Cleanse, Wild Edibles, Black Gums, Smell Fresh

SWEET GUM TREE | The only edible part of the tree is the dried sap which makes a fragrant, bitter chewing gum. Despite its name the gum is not sweet. It’s called Sweet Gum to separate it from a different species altogether, the Black Gum, Nyssa sylvatica, which is extremely sour and bitter. In comparison the mildly bitter Sweet Gum is definitely sweeter.

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