Feline Dentistry

Feline Dentistry: Oral Assessment, Treatment, and Preventative Care is the only current reference devoted to feline dentistry. It brings together information on anatomy, pathology, radiology, equipment, materials, anesthesia, treatment, medical, and surgical dental care of the cat. This text serves as a guide to the diagnosis and management of general dental problems as well as problems unique to cats. Separated into three sections assessment, treatment, and prevention this full color book is an essential reference for any veterinarian treating feline patients.

ISBN 0813816130   Pages 328 ISBN13 9780813816135 (What's this?)   Weight (grammes) 1228 Publisher Iowa State University Press   Published in Arnes, AI Imprint Iowa State University Press   Height (mm) 279 Format Hardback   Width (mm) 220 Publication date 12 Jan 2010   Spine width (mm) 22 DEWEY 636.08976   Academic level Professional / Scholarly DEWEY edition DC22

Sect. I		Oral Assessment		3
Ch. 1		Anatomy		5
Ch. 2		Oral Examination		28
Ch. 3		Radiology		39
Ch. 4		Charting		84
Ch. 5		Oral Pathology		101
Sect. II		Treatment		149
Ch. 6		Equipment		151
Ch. 7		Anesthesia		169
Ch. 8		Treatment of Periodontal Disease		181
Ch. 9		Treatment of Endodontic Disease		196
Ch. 10		Treatment of Tooth Resorption		222
Ch. 11		Treatment of Oropharyngeal Inflammation		242
Ch. 12		Treatment of Occlusion Disorders		269
Ch. 13		Oral Trauma Surgery		280
Ch. 14		Treatment of Oral Swellings/Tumors		290
Sect. III		Prevention		297
Ch. 15		Plaque Control		299
		Index		305

"This is an outstanding dentistry book in terms of detail, information, and ease of reading. The photographs and illustrations enhance the text, offering a deeper and more complete understanding of the field of feline dentistry, its pitfalls and successes." (Doddy's, 14 January 2011) "This book is an excellent reference for veterinarians in general practice or feline-exclusive practice and those with a special interest in veterinary dentistry. This is a complete and thorough reference for use in the diagnosis and treatment planning for cats with oral diseases. It should be in the reference library of all small animal veterinarians." (Vet Med Today, 15 June 2010) "This book is an excellent reference for veterinarians in general practice or feline-exclusive practice and those with a special interest in veterinary dentistry. This is a complete and thorough reference for use in the diagnosis and treatment planning for cats with oral diseases. It should be in the reference library of all small animal veterinarians." (Vet Med Today, August 2010) "The images have incredible detail and highlight the most important parts of the text. The images alone are worth the price of the book... The general practitioner looking to improve his or her understanding of the uniqueness of the cat's oral cavity and the pathology that affects it will heavily utilize this book... it should be on the shelf of every veterinarian that practices dentistry, from general practitioner to the board certified dentist." (Journal of Veterinary Dentistry, Spring 2010) "This book is an excellent reference for veterinarians in general practice or feline-exclusive practice and those with a special interest in veterinary dentistry. This is a complete and thorough reference for use in the diagnosis and treatment planning for cats with oral diseases. It should be in the reference library of all small animal veterinarians." (JAVMA, June 2010) "This book is one that the reviewer recommends for students interested in learning dental techniques and practitioners who are looking for a refresher on feline dentistry or a review book for their staff, and most definitely a must have for the technician who is interested in becoming a veterinary dental technician or qualifying for a dental specialty... no-one can afford to be without this text if they are truly interested in learning feline dental techniques from the beginning to the end." (VSPN, April 2010)

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