20 Introduction to alopecia HAIR FOLLICLE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Hair, a characteristic of mammals, serves several important functions including thermal insulation, a barrier to physical, chemical, thermal and microbial insults,…
3 Introduction to pruritus – pathogenesis and evolution of lesions PRURITUS Pruritus is a common presentation in small animal practice. A recently published survey (Hill P et al., 2006) showed…
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8 Importance of periodontal probing depth (PPD) INITIAL PRESENTATION Recurrent gingivitis and halitosis. PATIENT DETAILS An 8-year-old, neutered female, golden retriever. CASE HISTORY There were no oral or dental problems…
30 Iatrogenic malocclusion INITIAL PRESENTATION A dog unable to close his mouth, with atrophy of the muscles of mastication on the left side of the face. PATIENT DETAILS A 5-year-old,…
26 Rubber toy technique and orthodontic appliances INITIAL PRESENTATION Malocclusion – left lower canine occluding with palate. PATIENT DETAILS A 6-month-old, female, bearded collie. CASE HISTORY The case was referred…
21 Idiopathic canine root resorption INITIAL PRESENTATION Complicated crown fracture of 404. PATIENT DETAILS A 9-year-old, neutered male, cross-breed. CASE HISTORY The dog was referred to us for endodontic treatment…
9 Systemic effects of periodontitis INITIAL PRESENTATION Ten-month history of a progressively worsening cough. PATIENT DETAILS A 12-year-old, neutered male, Yorkshire terrier. CASE HISTORY The dog was being treated for…
20 Clinical lesions and signs of discomfort INITIAL PRESENTATION Cavities at the buccal aspects of several teeth. PATIENT DETAILS A 5-year-old, female, domestic short-haired cat. CASE HISTORY The cat had…
