Under normal circumstances, the connection between the gingival meat and teeth is very tight. If the gingival meat and teeth are separated, it may be caused by gingivitis, periodontitis, and wisdom tooth pericoronitis.
1. Gingivitis: Gingivitis is caused by the accumulation of plaque and calculus in the neck of the teeth, forming a false periodontal pocket, which leads to the separation of the gums and teeth.
2. Periodontitis: In periodontitis, the gums shrink, causing the alveolar bone to resorb, forming a true periodontal pocket, resulting in separation of the gums and teeth.
3. Wisdom tooth pericoronitis: generally due to malposition or incomplete eruption of the wisdom tooth, a blind pocket is formed between the wisdom tooth and the gums, resulting in separation of the gums and teeth.
There may be other reasons for the separation of gums and teeth, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, by a professional physician after examination to clarify the specific causes, and then take the best treatment program, in order to facilitate the recovery of the condition.