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Dental
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Veterinary Medicine
Undergraduate 2
08/25/2009

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What is the feline dental formula?
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2(I3/3 C1/1 PM3/2 M1/1)
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What is a normal sulcus depth for a cat?
Definition
0.05-1mm
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How many permanent teeth do felines have and how many deciduous?
Definition
30 permanent and 26 deciduoud
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What is the Equine dental formula?
Definition
2(I3/3 C1/1 PM3-4/3 M3/3)
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How many total teeth does a horse have?
Definition
40 or 42
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What is the bovine dental formula?
Definition
2(I0/3 C0/1 PM3/3 M3/3
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How many total teeth do bovnes have?
Definition
32
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What is the canine dentl formula?
Definition
2(I3/3 C1/1 PM4/4 M2/3)
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How many permanent and how many deciduous teeth do dogs have?
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42 permanent and 28 deciduous
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Using the Triadan system,Teeth are number starting with 100's on the ___ ____ ( 2 words)side and ending with 400's on the ____ _______ (2 words) side.
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Upper right,lower right
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Using the Triadan system,incisors are #__-__, canines are #__, premolars are #__-__, and molars are #__-__
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I=01-03, C=04, PM=05-08, M=09-11
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Name a mesaticephalic breed.
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Lab, poodle, shorhair cats, etc. Most common skull type.
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Name a dolichocephalic breed.
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Collie, greyhound, etc.
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Which skull type has higher incidence of periodontal disease possible due to tooth overcrowding?
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Brachycephalic (i.e., pugs and persians)
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Do dogs have brachyodont or hypsodont type teeth? Name an example of the other type.
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Brachyodont, cows have hypsodont
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What does diphyodont mean?
Definition
Two sets of teeth are produced, deciduous(baby teeth) and permanent(Adult)teeth.
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Gingiva, periodontal ligament, alveolar bone, and cementum of the tooth are all part of the __________.
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periodontium
Term
Another word for gums
Definition
gingiva
Term
Reversible inflammation of the gums
Definition
gingivitis
Term
Irreversible inflammation and destruction of the structures around the teeth.
Definition
periodontitis
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Define plaque
Definition
White slippery film that collects around the gingival sulcus composed of bacteria, food debris, and glycoproteins
Term
Another word for tartar is ____?
Definition
calculus
Term
What is the study of treatment of the inside of the tooth and apical tissue?
Definition
endodontics
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What does F.O.R.L. mean?
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Feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions
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What is a caries lesion?
Definition
cavity
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Occationally deciduous teeth don't fall out when the permanent teeth come in. How is this a problem?
Definition
It can interfere with proper alignment of permanent teeth and cause plaque build up.
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What is pulpitis?
Definition
Pulp of a tooth is damaged and bleeds inside the tooth cavity causing pressure and pulp death if untreated
Term
What is the most common oral tumor of dogs?
Definition
melanosarcoma
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The most common oral tumor in cats is ______.
Definition
Squamous-cell carcinoma
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What are the sulcus depths for the 4 dental grades?
Definition
Grade 1=inflammed and swollen, Grade 2= 1-2mm beyond normal, Grade3= 3-6mm beyond normal, Grade 4= >6mm beyond normal
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Pets can live __ years longer with proper dental care.
Definition
2
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__% of dogs and ___% of cats have dental disease by age 3
Definition
80%, 70%
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What 3 organs can be affected by dental disease?
Definition
Liver, kidneys, and heart
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Name 4 ways a client can help their animals teeth at home
Definition
brushing, oral rinse, water additives, enzymatic rawhides, tooth sealant,special food, vaccination, and routine cleanings
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Why shouldn't you use human toothpaste on animals?
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It shouldn't be swallowed
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The best types of toothpaste contain ____ to destroy bacteria.
Definition
enzymes
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What should you do before starting to brush the dogs teeth?
Definition
Let him lick it.
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Why is it ok not to instrut the client to brush the inside surface?
Definition
very little tartar
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How often should a client brush the teeth.
Definition
2 times a day
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What is proper PPE for a dental prophylaxis
Definition
goggles, mask, and gloves
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Do you use water with the scaler?
Definition
Yes, never use without
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What is the maximum time you can use the scaler on one tooth?
Definition
15 seconds
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Can you use the scaler below the gums?
Definition
No, the water can not get in there
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