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Also known as: '''''FORL — Neck lesions'''

Also known as: '''''FORL — Neck lesions'''

==Description==  

==Introduction==  

Feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORLs) are the most commonly seen dental lesions in cats. On examination, there is a loss of dental tissue on the [[Enamel Organ#Crown|crown]] or at the neck of the teeth. The crown may be completely resorbed with the remaining root covered with [[Gingiva|gingiva]].

Feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORLs) are the most commonly seen dental lesions in cats. On examination, there is a loss of dental tissue on the [[Enamel Organ#Crown|crown]] or at the neck of the teeth. The crown may be completely resorbed with the remaining root covered with [[Gingiva|gingiva]].

Lesions require crown amputation.

Lesions require crown amputation.

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==References==

==References==

Merck & Co (2008) '''The Merck Veterinary Manual''' ''Merial''

Merck & Co (2008) '''The Merck Veterinary Manual''' ''Merial''

[[Category:Teeth_-_Inflammatory_Pathology]][[Category:Oral Diseases - Cat]]

[[Category:Teeth_-_Inflammatory_Pathology]][[Category:Oral Diseases - Cat]]

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