Definition: In dentistry, a labiovelarized tooth is a tooth that has been surgically removed or reduced to its labial surface. This process can be used for various reasons, such as removing dental decay or injury, but it's also sometimes done for aesthetic purposes. For example, if you have a tooth that has been damaged or knocked out, and the dentist wants to remove it so it doesn't fall out again in the future, they might use a labiovelarized tooth