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Small animal dentistry and the role of ultrasonic instruments in dental care
Author(s) -
Lane J.G.
Publication year - 1977
Publication title -
journal of small animal practice
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.7
H-Index - 67
eISSN - 1748-5827
pISSN - 0022-4510
DOI - 10.1111/j.1748-5827.1977.tb05857.x
Subject(s) - medicine , dentistry , gingivitis , dental care , calculus (dental) , ultrasonic sensor , orthodontics , radiology
The salient features of the aetiopathogenesis of gingivitis and periodon‐titis are summarized with particular reference to the roles of plaque, saliva and calculus in the degeneration of the supporting tissues of canine and feline teeth. It is emphasized that in many instances irreversible damage will have occurred before an animal is first presented for dental treatment. The working principles of ultrasonic dental instruments are outlined and then followed by a more detailed description of the technique for the use of this equipment in veterinary practice.