Dentistry
Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Veterinary Dentistry
CBCT offers many benefits as a diagnostic option but is most effective when combined with intraoral dental radiographs and a clinical examination.Dentistry
Deciduous Canine Tooth Removal in the Dog
To prevent patient discomfort and pathology of developing permanent teeth resulting from problems with deciduous canine teeth in the dog, diagnosis and extraction of the appropriate deciduous tooth/teeth should be performed as early as possible.
Dentistry
Multiple Unerupted Teeth in a Dog
Surgical removal of unerupted teeth in a young poodle mix removed the possibility of associated cyst formation down the line.
Dentistry
AVMA May Require Dentistry Training in U.S. Veterinary Schools
Dentistry training may be required in U.S. veterinary schools if the AVMA Council on Education (COE) adopts a proposal to add dentistry to its accreditation standard on curriculum. Currently, dentistry courses are electives in most veterinary programs in the country.Dentistry
Treating Periodontal Disease in General Practice
Bacterial plaque and its inflammatory byproducts are the instigating agents of periodontal disease in the form of gingivitis; however, the body’s individual response determines the progression of disease.Dentistry
Current Concepts in Periodontal Disease
Patients with periodontal disease are exposed to oral bacteria in the systemic bloodstream daily, creating a state of chronic disease. Periodontal disease is not merely a dental problem; it is an initiator of more severe local and systemic consequences.Dentistry
Effects of Diets, Treats, and Additives on Periodontal Disease
The gold standard for preventing periodontal disease is professionally cleaned teeth, but there are some foods, treats, and additives that can help reduce plaque and calculus buildup.
Dentistry
Tooth Extraction Complications in Dogs and Cats
One of the most commonly performed oral surgery procedures in general practice is exodontia, or tooth extraction. Completing extractions in a consistent, orderly manner will decrease the incidence of complications.Dentistry
2019 AAHA’s Veterinary Dental Care Guidelines for Dogs and Cats Released
To help veterinary practitioners navigate the complex and changing world of veterinary dentistry, the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) released an update to the 2013 AAHA Dental Care Guidelines for Dogs and Cats.