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Definition of Tooth root

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Tooth root: The lower two-thirds of a tooth. The roots are normally buried in bone, and they serve to anchor the tooth in position. The roots are covered with a thin layer of bone, and they are inserted into sockets in the bone of the jaw.