Veterinary dentistry
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Veterinary dentistry involves the application of dental care to animals, encompassing not only the prevention of diseases and maladies of the mouth, but also considers treatment. In the United States, veterinary dentistry is one of 20 veterinary specialties recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association.[1]
Among other services, veterinary dentists perform endodontics, oral radiographs, and cosmetic and medically indicated surgeries. They address various conditions such as jaw fractures, malocclusions of the teeth, oral cancer, periodontal disease, and unique veterinary conditions like feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions.
Additionally, some animals have specialized dental workers like equine dental technicians, who perform routine dental work on horses.
Oral disease
Periodontal disease
Consequences of periodontal disease
Gingivitis
Signs and symptoms of oral disease
The main signs of oral disease include :
- Halitosis
- Broken or discoloured teeth
- Changes in eating behaviour
- Rubbing or pawing at the face
- Ptyalism
- Bleeding from the mouth
- Inability or unwillingness to open or close the mouth
- Change in temperament
- Morbidity
- Weight loss
Diagnosis
Radiography
Oral abnormalities, anomalies, and defects
Malocclusions
Class I malocclusion (MAL/1)
Class II malocclusion (MAL/2)
Class III malocclusion (MAL/3)
Other malocclusions
Oral lesions and masses
Malignant tumors
Nonmalignant tumors
Resorptive lesions
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Developmental conditions
Dental cleaning
Dental instruments
Hand instruments
Power instruments
Dental charting
See also
References
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External links
Organizations:
- Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians
- Academy of Veterinary Dentistry
- American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians
- American Veterinary Dental College
- American Veterinary Dental Society
- British Veterinary Dental Association
- European Veterinary Dental College
- European Veterinary Dental Society
- Veterinary Oral Health Council
- WikiVet Dentistry
Guidelines:
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