Posted @withregram • @gimbalanke Gum Blackening is a practice that is still deeply rooted in many African cultures. Using natural ingredients such as charcoal or tree bark powder, this technique aims to beautify the smile and highlight the whiteness of teeth. Symbolizing beauty and prosperity for some, it embodies cultural wealth and the perpetuation of ancestral traditions. In your culture, what is this practice called? 😍 . . 📫 @mali_paw_b_di . #mali #culture #malien #westafrica #nigeria #gha