Feline Dentistry

Jan Bellows , DVM, DipACVD, DipABVP, is a veterinarian with more than 25 years experience in small animal medicine and surgery. As the author of Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials and Techniques (2004) and The Practice of Veterinary Dentistry: A Team Effort (1999), he has lectured globally on the importance of integrating veterinary dentistry into small animal practice. Dr. Bellows sees dental referrals at his practices in Weston, Florida - Hometown Animal Hospital & Dental Clinic and All Pets Dental Clinic. He will soon open a new feline-only practice in the area as well.

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