DEFINITION/OVERVIEW Tooth resorption is defined as resorption of dental hard tissue by odontoclasts Odontoclasts derive from hematopoietic stem cells, migrate from blood vessels of the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone…
DEFINITION/OVERVIEW Traumatic tooth injuries may involve fracture of enamel, dentin, and cement or damage to the periodontium May involve the crown and root of the affected tooth Classified as uncomplicated…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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:…
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…
