A tooth socket is called an alveolus in medical terms.
Traumatic dental avulsion is the medical term meaning a tooth was knocked out.
Natal Tooth
Periodontal is the medical term meaning pertaining to around the tooth.
Dentate means tooth-shaped
The part of the hip where the femur articulates is called the acetabulum.
Nocturnal bruxism means grinding teeth during sleep.
Gomphosis jointgomphosis
Orbital means pertaining to the eye socket.
Buccolingual means pertaining to the cheek and tongue.
The hip socket or hip joint.
Periorbital edemaPeriobital EdemaPeriorbital edema
The term for the articulation between the tooth and the bony socket is called the "periodontal ligament." This fibrous connective tissue anchors the tooth in its socket and allows for some movement, which helps absorb the forces of chewing. The periodontal ligament also plays a role in the sensory functions of the tooth.