Dentistry
External Tooth Resorption in Cats, Part 2: Therapeutic Approaches
Tooth resorption in cats is prevalent, affecting 28% to 68% of mature cats, depending on the population researched.
About the Author
Jan Bellows, , is owner of All Pets Dental in Weston, Florida. He is immediate past president of the American Veterinary Dental College and current president of the Veterinary Dental Forum. He is a charter consultant of Veterinary Information Network’s (VIN) dental board. Dr. Bellows has authored 3 dental texts and was one of the dental experts to formulate AAHA’s Small Animal Dental Guidelines published in 2005 and updated in 2013. He received his DVM from Auburn University and completed a small animal internship at The Animal Medical Center in New York City.
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Dentistry
External Tooth Resorption in Cats
This article defines tooth resorption, and explains which teeth in cats are predisposed and how tooth resorption is classified and diagnosed.