Pathology
The completeness and vitality of the PDL are essential for the functioning of the tooth. Damage to the PDL may result in ankylosis of the tooth to the jawbone, making the tooth lose its continuous eruption ability. Dental trauma, such as subluxation, may cause tearing of the PDL and pain during function (eating).
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