Cryptic crossword clue
Implant essential: need good root alternative for tooth, initially 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word ENGRAFT

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The straight part
We know that "Implant" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case implant = engraft.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ENGRAFT mean?

ENGRAFT verb
  1. To insert, as a scion of one tree or plant into another, for the purpose of propagation; graft onto a plant
  2. To fix firmly into place
ENGRAFT adjective
  1. Engrafted.

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