When the junctional epithelium has migrated below the cementoenamel junction (CEJ), but remains above the crest of alveolar bone, what type of defect is present?

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A suprabony pocket results from the junctional epithelium migrating below the CEJ but remaining above the crest of the alveolar bone. A furcation involves the area between the branching roots of posterior teeth and therefore it is not the correct choice. Intrabony pockets result from the junctional epithelium migrating below the crest of the alveolar bone and is associated with vertical bone loss; gingival dehiscence involves recession, alveolar bone loss, and root exposure. Therefore, furcation, intrabony pocket, and gingival dehiscence are not correct.

When the Junctional Epithelium Has Migrated Below the Cementoenamel Junction