28 Oronasal Fistula
DEFINITION/OVERVIEW A pathological pathway between the mucosal surface of the oral and nasal cavities (Fig. 28-1) Communication between the mouth and nasal cavity can occur from lesions around any of…
27 Gingival Hyperplasia
DEFINITION/OVERVIEW Enlargement of gingival tissue due to proliferation of its elements (abnormal multiplication or increase in the number of cells in normal arrangement) ETIOLOGY/PATHOPHYSIOLOGY Dogs/cats Genetics: probable familial tendency—boxers Hyperplastic…
35 Tooth Root Abscess (Apical Abscess)
DEFINITION/OVERVIEW An abscess is a localized collection of pus in a cavity formed by the disintegration of tissues Accumulation of inflammatory cells at the apex of a nonvital tooth: periapical…
1 Oral Exam and Charting
INDICATIONS “Every mouth, every time”: a complete oral examination should be performed whenever possible to detect lesions as early as possible. Make it a part of puppy and kitten exams…
2 Periodontal Probing
INDICATIONS Every patient that is anesthetized for any dental procedure should have a complete dental examination performed, including periodontal probing of every tooth surface. EQUIPMENT Periodontal Probe Round, flat Marked…
6 Root Planing: Periodontal Pocket Therapy
INDICATIONS To remove deposits of plaque, calculus, and debris from the tooth surfaces in periodontal pockets and gently debride the inner lining of the pocket To further treat select periodontal…
43 Odontoma
DEFINITION/OVERVIEW Odontoma: oral mass that arises from odontogenic epithelial and mesenchymal origin Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) (formerly ameloblastic odontoma): radiolucent mass with osteolysis and varying amounts of intralesional mineralization Complex odontoma:…
5 Complete Dental Cleaning
INDICATIONS To remove deposits of plaque, calculus, and debris from teeth Another term, prophylaxis, is often used, but is less accurate, as it implies prevention, which is the case only…
46 Maxillary and Mandibular Fractures
DEFINITION/OVERVIEW Factures of the mandible, maxilla, and associated structures are classified as to location, severity (tooth involvement, soft tissue tears, and type of bone fracture), and effects of the muscles…
26 Periodontal Disease: Periodontitis
DEFINITION/OVERVIEW Inflammation and infection of some or all of the tooth’s support structures (gingiva, cementum, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone); compared with gingivitis (inflammation of the marginal gingiva), periodontitis indicates…
