A member asked:

My one bottom right tooth the sharp one there is a big hole were there should be my gums and the tooth has no holes but i see more of the tooth.

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Gingival Defect: You'll need to visit a local dentist to have any defects evaluated. There may be bone loss or an infection that caused the problem.

Answered 6/6/2015

2.7k views

Thank
Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Missing papilla: This "big hole” is actually a loss of the gum papilla between the teeth. The loss of the papilla in your case is a combination of factors including: tapered tooth shape, reduced inter-proximal bone level. Ask your dentist for more information

Answered 6/6/2015

2.7k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more