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The endotracheal tube does not allow full closure of the mouth to examine the relationship between the teeth. In the anaesthetised patient prior to intubation, the muscles are relaxed and the tongue often gets in the way, so a complete evaluation of occlusion is not always possible. | The endotracheal tube does not allow full closure of the mouth to examine the relationship between the teeth. In the anaesthetised patient prior to intubation, the muscles are relaxed and the tongue often gets in the way, so a complete evaluation of occlusion is not always possible. | ||
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− | The oropharynx should be examined prior to endotracheal intubation. Normal anatomical features of the oral cavity need to be identified and inspected. A check list is given below: | + | The [[Oropharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|oropharynx]] should be examined prior to endotracheal intubation. Normal anatomical features of the [[Oral Cavity Overview - Anatomy & Physiology|oral cavity]] need to be identified and inspected. A check list is given below: |
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− | *Soft palate | + | <b>[[Oropharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|Oropharynx]]:</b> |
+ | *[[Soft Palate|Soft palate]] | ||
*Palatoglossal arch | *Palatoglossal arch | ||
*Tonsillary Crypts | *Tonsillary Crypts | ||
− | *Tonsils | + | *[[Tonsils - Anatomy & Physiology|Tonsils]] |
*Hamular process of the pterygoid | *Hamular process of the pterygoid | ||
*Fauces | *Fauces | ||
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+ | '''[[Lips]] and [[Cheeks]]:''' | ||
*Mucocutaneous junction | *Mucocutaneous junction | ||
*Vestibules | *Vestibules | ||
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+ | '''Oral Mucous Membranes:''' | ||
*Alveolar mucosa | *Alveolar mucosa | ||
*Mucogingival line | *Mucogingival line | ||
− | *Attached gingiva | + | *Attached [[gingiva]] |
− | *Free gingiva | + | *Free [[gingiva]] |
− | *Mucosa of the hard and soft palate | + | *Mucosa of the [[Hard Palate|hard]] and [[Soft Palate|soft palate]] |
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+ | '''[[Hard Palate]]:''' | ||
*Incisive papilla | *Incisive papilla | ||
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+ | '''Floor of Mouth:''' | ||
*Sublingual caruncle | *Sublingual caruncle | ||
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*Lingual frenulum – it is important to check the ventral aspect of the tongue as pathology in this area is often missed. This is a common location for squamous cell carcinomas in cats. Linear foreign bodies can often become trapped here and are not always noticed. | *Lingual frenulum – it is important to check the ventral aspect of the tongue as pathology in this area is often missed. This is a common location for squamous cell carcinomas in cats. Linear foreign bodies can often become trapped here and are not always noticed. | ||
− | *Lingual salivary gland | + | *[[Lingual Gland - Anatomy & Physiology|Lingual salivary gland]] |
− | * Tongue papillae | + | *Tongue papillae |
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+ | [[File:Filling a chart.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Filling in a [[Dental Recording|dental chart]] during examination under general anaesthesia<small>''© Lisa Milella 2013''</small>]] | ||
+ | Any abnormalities need to be noted – look for '''swellings, inflammation, ulcerations'''. Check if the lesion is localised to one area or more generalised. Always '''biopsy''' abnormal tissue if a cause cannot be identified. | ||
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+ | Under general [[anaesthesia]], it is also useful to recheck the '''temporomandibular joints for crepitus''' or clicks if a problem is suspected. The '''[[Skull and Facial Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology#Mandible (mandibula)|mandibular symphysis]]''' should also be checked for mobility – a small degree of movement is normal in cats. | ||
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+ | '''Indices and Criteria''' | ||
− | + | The following [[Dental Indices and Criteria|indices and criteria]] should be evaluated for each tooth: | |
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Latest revision as of 14:09, 2 November 2014
Introduction
The endotracheal tube does not allow full closure of the mouth to examine the relationship between the teeth. In the anaesthetised patient prior to intubation, the muscles are relaxed and the tongue often gets in the way, so a complete evaluation of occlusion is not always possible.
The oropharynx should be examined prior to endotracheal intubation. Normal anatomical features of the oral cavity need to be identified and inspected. A check list is given below:
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Any abnormalities need to be noted – look for swellings, inflammation, ulcerations. Check if the lesion is localised to one area or more generalised. Always biopsy abnormal tissue if a cause cannot be identified.
Under general anaesthesia, it is also useful to recheck the temporomandibular joints for crepitus or clicks if a problem is suspected. The mandibular symphysis should also be checked for mobility – a small degree of movement is normal in cats.
Indices and Criteria
The following indices and criteria should be evaluated for each tooth:
- Gingivitis and gingival index
- Periodontal probing depth
- Gingival recession
- Furcation involvement
- Mobility
This article was written by Lisa Milella BVSc DipEVDC MRCVS. Date reviewed: 13 August 2014 |
Endorsed by WALTHAM®, a leading authority in companion animal nutrition and wellbeing for over 50 years and the science institute for Mars Petcare. |
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