Dentistry
It Is Not Called an Epulis Anymore
Common odontogenic tumors were historically referred to as an “epulis.” However, this term is nondescript and is now highly discouraged. The most common “epulides” have been relabeled as ameloblastoma and peripheral odontogenic fibroma.
Dentistry
The Use of Antibiotics in Veterinary Dentistry
In the era of increasing antimicrobial resistance, areas of medicine where antibiotics are likely not needed, such as dentistry, should be examined.
Dentistry
Oral Surgery to Remove Teeth in Cats
Preparation and organization are important factors in tooth extraction, as completing extractions in a consistent, orderly manner will decrease the incidence of complications.
Dentistry
Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractured Teeth
Understanding the clinical signs, along with the diagnosis and treatment process, of fractured teeth allows practitioners to prevent future emergencies and unnecessary pain for their patients.
Dentistry
Intraoral Radiographs: Identifying Common Pathology
Accurate diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases require a complete intraoral examination under anesthesia, including periodontal probing and charting and full mouth radiographs.
Dentistry
Intraoral Radiographs: Identifying Normal Anatomy
Full-mouth radiographs can identify important pathology that can not be seen during clinical examination.
Dentistry
Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Veterinary Dentistry
CBCT offers many benefits as a diagnostic option but is most effective when combined with intraoral dental radiographs and a clinical examination.
Dentistry
Deciduous Canine Tooth Removal in the Dog
To prevent patient discomfort and pathology of developing permanent teeth resulting from problems with deciduous canine teeth in the dog, diagnosis and extraction of the appropriate deciduous tooth/teeth should be performed as early as possible.
Dentistry
Multiple Unerupted Teeth in a Dog
Surgical removal of unerupted teeth in a young poodle mix removed the possibility of associated cyst formation down the line.