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|Articles|July 30, 2021
3 must-reads on oral diseases
Author(s)dvm360 Staff
Brush up on your veterinary dentistry knowledge of oral diseases by learning about several effective diagnosing, treating, and preventative solutions.
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The mouth harbors several diseases and harmful conditions that can put your beloved veterinary patients at risk. To help, we've selected 3 informative articles that are chock full of pet dental care tips and tricks ranging from diagnosing, treating, and preventing various oral diseases including tooth resorption and periodontal disease.
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From the current best practices for fighting halitosis to preventing periodontal disease in cats—there's something for everyone. Happy reading!
Current best practices for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of halitosis in cats : According to Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, FAVD, halitosis in cats is an offensive odor permeating from the oral cavity and often originates from plaque and tartar on felines' teeth. Discover how to diagnose, treat, and prevent this oral disease, plus some resources to help.Classifying tooth resorption in cats and dogs : Although tooth resorption is a common disease in feline and canine patients, it still manages to puzzle the veterinary industry. Learn more about this complex disease so that you can elevate your patient care and safety.Periodontal disease in cats: Current best practices for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention : Here are the current best practices to help you diagnose, treat, and prevent periodontal disease in your feline patients at your practice.
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