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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice1993; 9(1); 133-152; doi: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30420-0

Dental surgery.

Abstract: Anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the teeth are presented. Signs of dental disease and techniques for oral and radiographic examination of the teeth are discussed. Surgical procedures described include extraction, repulsion, and endodontic therapy.
Publication Date: 1993-04-01 PubMed ID: 8472197DOI: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30420-0Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of teeth. It also highlights the methods of oral and radiographic examination used for dental problems and outlines surgical procedures such as extraction, repulsion, and endodontic therapy.

Study on Tooth Anatomy, Physiology, and Diseases

  • The paper begins by exploring the anatomy and physiology of teeth, providing details on their structure and functions. It might include data on the different types of teeth, their roles in digestion, and how they are organized in the oral cavity.
  • The paper also discusses the various diseases that affect the teeth. This could range from common conditions such as cavities and gum diseases to more serious dental diseases. The symptoms, causes, and treatment of such conditions are likely examined in this section.

Techniques for Oral and Radiographic Examination

  • This section of the research discusses the methods clinicians use to detect and diagnose dental diseases. The study likely covers oral examinations, where the dentist visually inspects the teeth and oral cavity using various tools to ascertain the health status.
  • Radiographic examination techniques are also reviewed. The paper might detail how technologies such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans are used to get a detailed imaging of the teeth structure, allowing professionals to detect any abnormalities or issues that might not be noticeable during a regular oral examination.

Surgical Procedures: Extraction, Repulsion, and Endodontic Therapy

  • The paper outlines various surgical procedures used to treat dental conditions. These include extraction, or the removal of a tooth typically because of disease, decay, or crowding.
  • Repulsion might refer to a procedure usually performed in veterinary dentistry. It involves the forceful extraction of a horse’s tooth by driving it into the sinus cavities, a method that is now seldom used due to its invasive nature.
  • Lastly, the study discusses endodontic therapy, often referred to as root canal treatment. This procedure involves removing the infection from the root canal system of the tooth, cleaning, shaping, and subsequently filling it to prevent further infection.

Cite This Article

APA
Schumacher J, Honnas CM. (1993). Dental surgery. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 9(1), 133-152. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30420-0

Publication

ISSN: 0749-0739
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 9
Issue: 1
Pages: 133-152

Researcher Affiliations

Schumacher, J
  • Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery, Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine, College Station.
Honnas, C M

    MeSH Terms

    • Animals
    • Dental Care / veterinary
    • Dental Caries / veterinary
    • Dentistry, Operative
    • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
    • Horse Diseases / surgery
    • Horses
    • Paranasal Sinuses / diagnostic imaging
    • Periodontitis / veterinary
    • Radiography
    • Root Canal Therapy / veterinary
    • Tooth / anatomy & histology
    • Tooth / diagnostic imaging
    • Tooth Diseases / diagnosis
    • Tooth Diseases / surgery
    • Tooth Diseases / veterinary

    Citations

    This article has been cited 3 times.
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      doi: 10.1186/1746-6148-8-173pubmed: 23006500google scholar: lookup
    3. Boutros CP, Koenig JB. A combined frontal and maxillary sinus approach for repulsion of the third maxillary molar in a horse. Can Vet J 2001 Apr;42(4):286-8.
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