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Veterinary Dentistry
Ch 35: Veterinary Dentistry
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| how long has veterinary dentistry been recognized as a specialty? | for more than 30yrs |
| what percentage of adult dogs and cats are affected by dental disease? | greater than 80% |
| what has increased in the past 5yrs regarding veterinary dentistry? | the number of educational opportunities for dental training |
| what role does a healthy mouth play in a pet's overall health? | it is crucial for the pet's overall health and helps in communicating with pet owners |
| list the 5 main responsibilities of a well-trained veterinary technician in dental practice. | 1. Educating clients 2. Performing professional dental cleanings. 3. Obtaining diagnostic information 4. Providing intraoperative assistance with surgeries. 5. Conducting discharge appointments with client education. |
| what types of advanced dental care do veterinary dentists provide? | Endodontics, exodontics, orthodontics, and advanced periodontal therapy |
| why is a strong foundation in oral anatomy important for veterinary technicians? | It helps in identifying disease in its early stages. |
| what is the most common dental procedure performed in veterinary practice? | Scaling and polishing procedures. |
| what is the term being replace by 'professional dental cleaning'? | Prophylaxis, prophy, or a dental. |
| what skills should a technician have when performing a professional dental cleaning? | Assessment, periodontal debridement, polishing, home care education, and counseling about diet and dental products. |
| why is dental radiology important in veterinary dentistry? | Disease is often missed or underestimated without examining teeth beneath the gingival margin |
| what topics are covered in the discussion of dental radiology? | Techniques for taking diagnostic dental radiographs and interpretation of dental anatomy. |
| what subspecialties of dentistry are addressed in this chapter? | Endodontics, exodontics, orthodontics, and restorative dentistry. |
| what equine dental topics are discussed? | Equine dental anatomy, pathologic conditions, and preventive and therapeutic treatments for common problems. |