Periodontal ligament
System
Musculoskeletal
SNOMED CT
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Periodontal ligament
Definition
The fibrous connective tissue that surrounds the root of a tooth, separating it from and attaching it to the alveolar bone. It extends from the base of the gingival mucosa to the fundus of the bony socket, and its main function is to hold the tooth in its socket[BTO].
Also known as fibra periodontalis, periodontal fiber, periodontal fibre — per UBERON
The Periodontal ligament is a part of the Musculoskeletal.