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What tissue supports the teeth?
The tissue that supports the teeth are the bones of the jaw and the ligaments that hold the teeth in place.
What disease destroys the gums and ligaments that surround the teeth?
periodontal
What Disease destroys the gums and ligaments that surround the teeth.?
periodontal
do all human teeth have ligaments?
Yes, all human teeth are anchored in the jawbone by ligaments known as periodontal ligaments. These ligaments connect the tooth's root to the surrounding bone and help absorb the forces of biting and chewing. They also play a role in supporting the tooth and maintaining its position within the dental arch.
Are there tendons in attached to your teeth?
Technically, they're not *tendons*, they're *ligaments*. But YES, there are fibers which hold your teeth to your jawbone.
What periodontal ligament?
Periodontal ligaments are connective tissue which hold teeth in place by attaching them to the alveolar bone.
What is the disease that destroys the gums and ligaments that surround the teeth?
Periodontal Disease, commonly known as gum disease. Its very serious, and can lead to all of your teeth falling out, so get it checked out be a dentist asap.
What bones support the teeth and surroundinf tissue?
The teeth are supported by the jaw bones, specifically the maxilla (upper jaw) and mandible (lower jaw). These bones provide the structure and foundation for the teeth to attach to, as well as support the surrounding soft tissues such as gums and muscles.
What are the ligaments for?
Ligaments connect bone to bone.
Were do you find ligaments?
Ligaments are found at joints.
Why are ligaments not found in axial skeleton?
But ligaments are found in both. Bones are connected to bones with ligaments.
How are bones attached together?
Bones are attached to each other by tendons
