There are more reasons for the gums to detach from the teeth, and in the case of a pediatric patient, it is considered to be tooth replacement. If it is an adult, it is caused by diseases such as gingivitis or periodontitis.
1. Tooth replacement: when a child reaches the age of tooth replacement, the milk teeth will fall out and the permanent teeth will gradually grow out, usually around the age of 6 to 8 years old, due to the growth of permanent teeth, which will cause the gums to detach from the teeth.
2. Gingivitis: Gingivitis is a non-specific inflammation of the gums caused by plaque, triggered by misalignment and crowding of the teeth, improper brushing, food impaction, etc. Typical symptoms of patients are bleeding gums when brushing or biting hard objects. The edge of the gums is no longer close to the surface of the teeth, and the gingival papillae become rounded and hypertrophied.
3. Periodontitis: Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation that occurs in the periodontal tissues, caused by bacteria in plaque that invade the periodontal tissues, patients will have red and swollen gums, periodontal pockets overflowing with pus, and symptoms such as loosening of teeth, and there will be a situation in which the gums are detached from the teeth.
There are more reasons for gums to detach from teeth, so it is recommended to consult a doctor for examination and clear diagnosis.