If a tooth undergoes root resorption, what is one major risk associated with this condition?

Root resorption is a condition where the body's own cells break down and absorb the root structure of a tooth, which can compromise the stability and health of the tooth. One major risk associated with this condition is that the tooth might become ankylosed. Ankylosis occurs when the tooth fuses to the surrounding bone, preventing normal mobility and potentially causing further complications in the dental arch, such as misalignment of adjacent teeth.

This complication is particularly relevant because if a tooth becomes ankylosed, it can lead to difficulties in dental treatment and can affect the overall alignment of a pet's teeth, the bite, and the health of the surrounding tissues. Other risks associated with root resorption, such as changes in color or size, do not pose the same significant long-term threat to dental health and function as ankylosis does.