White spots on your gums, for example, can mean you're experiencing an overgrowth of yeast or a bacterial infection that requires antibiotics. Here are six reasons why you may have white spots on ...

Several conditions can cause spots or patches of your gums to turn white. These range from more benign causes, such as gingivitis or canker sores, to more serious conditions, like oral cancer.

Moreover, an investigation by Which? found one in 10 people reported white spots on their gums or lips after using a whitening product, suggesting they had suffered chemical burns. ‘Avoid buying ...