Emergencies

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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…

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Periodontal disease

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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…

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Tooth extraction

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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…

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Dental diseases in lagomorphs and rodents

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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…

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Resorptive lesions

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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…

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Occlusion and malocclusion

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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…

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Common oral conditions

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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…

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Dental radiography

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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…

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Anesthesia and analgesia

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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,…

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Equipment and instrumentation

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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…

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