This lovely patient was thrilled with her beautiful result after laser treatment of oral melanotic macules. I share this case to educate: laser treatment requires accurate diagnosis, an understanding An oral melanotic macule is a harmless dark spot found on the lip, most often the lower lip, or inside the mouth, either on the gums, inside the cheek, or on the roof of the mouth. An oral melanotic Pigmented Lesions of the Oral Cavity Geeky Medics 7 Warning Signs of Pigmented Lesions: A Dentist's Guide to Causes & Care Oral pigmented lesions: a pragmatic approach to diagnosis and management Faculty Dental Journal Mucosal melanocytic macules