Feline Dentistry

The most up-to-date version of the leading resource on veterinary dentistry in cats

The Second Edition of Feline Dentistry delivers a comprehensive exploration of the specific considerations required to provide dental care to cats that emphasizes their unique needs.

The updated Second Edition includes brand-new material and approximately 300 new images illustrating diseases, conditions, and procedures discussed within the book. The new edition combines the pathology and treatment information to provide additional context which helps make it more clinically relevant. The book also offers:

• A thorough introduction to feline oral assessment, including anatomy, oral examinations, radiology, and charting
• Comprehensive explorations of dental pathology and treatment in cats, including necessary equipment and materials and anesthesia and pain control
• Practical discussions of dental pathology prevention in felines, including plaque and tartar control

Perfect for veterinary general practitioners and veterinary students, Feline Dentistry, Second Edition, will also be useful to veterinary technicians seeking a one-stop, visual resource on feline-specific dentistry.

About the Author viii

Foreword ix

Acknowledgments x

Introduction xi

1 Anatomy 1

2 The Feline Dental Operatory – Equipment, Instruments, and Materials 28

3 Anesthesia and Analgesia for Feline Dental Patients 85

4 The Oral Disease Assessment, Treatment, and Prevention Visit 115

5 Dental Radiography 170

6 Tooth Resorption 224

7 Oropharyngeal Inflammation 253

8 Oral Masses 325

9 Oral Cavity Trauma 366

10 Occlusal Disorders 410

Index 433

"The 2nd edition of Feline Dentistry, with updated references and a collection of excellent, clear photographs, gives a much-needed update to the literature available in this field, with a strong evidence base throughout for the recommendations made.... Information is clearly laid out with step-by-step guidance for the techniques described and clear accompanying images, while a comprehensive index allows the relevant information to be easily and quickly located. I would recommend this book to anyone who has an interest in feline dentistry as an excellent addition to their library.
—Reviewed in the International Society of Feline Medicine newsletter

Jan Bellows, DVM, Diplomate American Veterinary Dental College, Diplomate American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (Canine and Feline specialties), All Pets Dental, Weston, Florida, USA.

The most up-to-date version of the leading resource on veterinary dentistry in cats

The Second Edition of Feline Dentistry delivers a comprehensive exploration of the specific considerations required to provide dental care to cats that emphasizes their unique needs.

The updated Second Edition includes brand-new material and approximately 300 new images illustrating diseases, conditions, and procedures discussed within the book. The new edition combines the pathology and treatment information to provide additional context which helps make it more clinically relevant. The book also offers:

• A thorough introduction to feline oral assessment, including anatomy, oral examinations, radiology, and charting
• Comprehensive explorations of dental pathology and treatment in cats, including necessary equipment and materials and anesthesia and pain control
• Practical discussions of dental pathology prevention in felines, including plaque and tartar control

Perfect for veterinary general practitioners and veterinary students, Feline Dentistry Second Edition will also be useful to veterinary technicians seeking a one-stop, visual resource on feline-specific dentistry.