The papilla is the soft tissue that occupies the interproximal space confined by adjacent crowns in contact. In relation to oral anatomy, the term may apply to interdental papilla which is a portion of the free gingiva that occupies the interproximal space and which is confined by the adjacent teeth that are in contact. It may also refer to interimplant papilla. This is the soft tissue that occupies the interproximal space while being confined by adjacent implant-supported fixed partial dentures which are in contact. In either case, the papilla can become damaged or inflamed due to poor dental hygiene or gingivitis and may recede. If this occurs, oral surgery may be required to restore the papilla between the teeth and restore good oral health. If inflammation and recession of the papilla are taking place due to gingivitis, the condition can be more serious as immediate intervention is required to prevent the development of periodontitis.