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MSU Dentistry Spring 2007
Eruption, Periodontal Dz
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Veterinary Medicine
Undergraduate 3
01/21/2007

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Term
Dental Formula
Definition
2 times (maxillary teeth / mandibular teeth).
Term
Dental Formula (Dog)
Definition
2 [I 3/3 C 1/1 P 4/4 M 2/3]
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Dental Formula (Cat)
Definition
2 [I 3/3 C 1/1 P 3/2 M 1/1]
Term
Prognathism
Definition
When the maxilla is shorter than the mandible (i.e. in boxers). An "underbite".
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A Normal Bite
Definition
Maxillary incisors should come just rostral to mandibular incisors in a normal bite.
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Reasons for Malocclusions
Definition
Abnormal wear, periodontal breakdown, soft tissue damage, nature.
Term
First step in the disease process
Definition
Plaque
Term
Plaque
Definition
A virtually invisible film containing bacteria, saliva, and food (to feed the bacteria). Causes halitosis and can harden within 12 hours if not removed.
Term
Calculus
Definition
Solidified plaque material. Calculus provides a protective cover for the bacteria contained in plaque. Allows bacteria to proliferate.
Term
First symptom in the disease process
Definition
Gingivitis
Term
Progression of periodontal disease after proliferating bacteria
Definition
Gingivitis, loss of gingival attachments at neck of tooth, loss of periodontal ligaments, bone loss (tooth loss) from inflammation and buildup of bacteria.
Term
Most common tooth for disease issues
Definition
4th premolar (is right near a salivary duct).
Term
Consequences of periodontal disease
Definition
tooth mobility, pain, tooth loss, osteomyelitis, systemic disease.
Term
Feline Odontoclastic Lesions
Definition
aka Resorptive lesions. Result of attack by osteoclasts. Teeth with lesions need to be pulled.
Term
Gingival Hyperplasia
Definition
Common in dogs. Runaway growth of gingiva. Free gingival margin lengthens and distorts.
Term
Dental Caries
Definition
Common when the animal has a sugary diet or lots of soft or moist foods. Usually needs a root canal and a cap.
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Feline Stomatitis
Definition
Severe inflammation of the mouth, caused by immune response to bacteria in the cat's mouth. Full-mouth extraction of the teeth is considered the cure.
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