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==Introduction==

==Introduction==

The ideal occlusion can be described as the perfect interdigitation of the upper and lower teeth. In the dog, the ideal tooth positions in the arches are defined by the '''occlusal, inter-arch and interdental relationships''' of the teeth of the normal dog.  

The ideal occlusion can be described as the perfect interdigitation of the upper and lower teeth. In the normal dog, the ideal tooth positions in the arches are defined by the '''occlusal, inter-arch and interdental relationships''' of the teeth.  

The '''ideal relationship''' with the mouth closed can be defined by the following:

The '''ideal relationship''' with the mouth closed can be defined by the following:

'''Soft tissue trauma''' is a common sequel of malpositioned teeth.

'''Soft tissue trauma''' is a common sequel of malpositioned teeth.

'''Premature loss''' of teeth may be caused by an increased liability to periodontitis.

'''Premature loss''' of teeth may be caused by an increased liability to [[periodontitis]].

Owners should also be counselled with regards the possible '''inheritance''' of the condition. Dogs with severe dental malocclusion should not be bred from.

Owners should also be counselled with regards the possible '''inheritance''' of the condition. Dogs with severe dental malocclusion should not be bred from.

Verstraete, F. (1999) '''Self-assessment colour review of veterinary dentistry''' ''Manson Publishing''

Verstraete, F. (1999) '''Self-assessment colour review of veterinary dentistry''' ''Manson Publishing''

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