1. 2013 AAHA dental care guidelines for dogs and cats.
- Author
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Holmstrom SE, Bellows J, Juriga S, Knutson K, Niemiec BA, and Perrone J
- Subjects
- Animals, Cats, Dentistry standards, Dogs, Mouth Diseases prevention & control, Mouth Diseases veterinary, United States, Cat Diseases prevention & control, Dentistry veterinary, Dog Diseases prevention & control, Oral Hygiene, Preventive Dentistry
- Abstract
Veterinary dentistry is constantly progressing. The purpose of this document is to provide guidelines for the practice of companion animal dentistry for the veterinary profession. Dental care is necessary to provide optimum health and optimize quality of life. Untreated diseases of the oral cavity are painful and can contribute to local and systemic diseases. This article includes guidelines for preventive oral health care, client communication, evaluation, dental cleaning, and treatment. In addition, materials and equipment necessary to perform a medically appropriate procedure are described.
- Published
- 2013
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