Agomphiasis

/ˌæɡɒmfiˈeɪsɪs/ noun

Definition

A condition characterized by the absence or loss of teeth, or the loosening of teeth in their sockets (dental pathology).

Etymology

From Greek a- (without) + gomphus (bolt, peg—referring to tooth roots) + -iasis (condition), literally meaning 'without tooth-pegs.'

Kelly Says

Your tooth roots are literally called 'gomphuses' by dentists—they're like tiny pegs hammered into your jaw, so agomphiasis is basically when those pegs go missing or get loose.

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