Emergencies
Chapter 12 Emergencies Introduction The conditions which may be considered emergencies generally result from trauma to the face and oral cavity (Fig. 12.1). While they are not life-threatening, most cause…
Periodontal disease
Chapter 9 Periodontal disease Introduction Periodontal disease is the result of the inflammatory response to dental plaque, i.e. oral bacteria, and is limited to the periodontium. It is the most…
Tooth extraction
Chapter 13 Tooth extraction Introduction Tooth extraction is commonly indicated in small animal practice. The procedure is often time consuming and fraught with difficulties. The problems experienced are usually attributable…
Dental diseases in lagomorphs and rodents
Chapter 14 Dental diseases in lagomorphs and rodents with Leen Verhaert Introduction Lagomorphs and rodents are increasingly popular pets. These ‘pocket pets’ have a high incidence of oral/dental problems that…
Resorptive lesions
Chapter 11 Resorptive lesions Introduction Resorption of teeth is common in domestic cats. Tooth resorption has also been shown to occur in feral ( Verstraete et al. 1996; Clarke and Cameron…
Occlusion and malocclusion
Chapter 5 Occlusion and malocclusion Introduction Occlusion is the term used to describe the ‘bite’, i.e. the relationship of teeth in the same jaw as well as the relationship of…
Common oral conditions
Chapter 8 Common oral conditions Introduction This chapter deals with common oral conditions. Some of these conditions may require no professional intervention; others can be managed successfully in general practice…
Dental radiography
Chapter 7 Dental radiography Introduction Radiography is a vital diagnostic tool in veterinary dentistry. The bulk of the tooth, i.e. root and most of the periodontium, can only be visualized…
Anesthesia and analgesia
Chapter 2 Anesthesia and analgesia Introduction This chapter deals with anesthetic and analgesic considerations specifically for the patient undergoing dental treatment and/or oral surgery. Detailed protocols will not be given,…
Equipment and instrumentation
Chapter 1 Equipment and instrumentation with Susanne Andersson Introduction A poor workman blames his tools! While there is some truth to this statement, it is not possible to perform good…
