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*Becomes more prevalent with increasing age
 
*Becomes more prevalent with increasing age
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==Description==
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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 crown or at the neck of the teeth. The crown may be completely resorbed with the remaining root covered with gingiva.
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The aetiology and pathogenesis of FORLs has not yet been demonstrated but is almost certainly multifactorial. Possible hypotheses that have been suggested include:
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==Description==
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*Diet texture
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*Abnormal calcium regulation
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*Hypervitaminosis A
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*Mechanical stress
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*Anatomical abnormalities of the teeth
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*Viral infection
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*Plaque bacteria and periodontal disease
    
==Diagnosis==
 
==Diagnosis==
    
===Clinical Signs===
 
===Clinical Signs===
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*Pain on contact
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*Anorexia
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*Drooling
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*Lethargy
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===Oral Examination===
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'''Visual Examination''' - identification of the lesions or inflammed gingiva that overlies the remaining root.
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'''Probe''' - lesions that are subgingival may be identified using a dental probe.
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===Diagnostic Imaging===
 
===Diagnostic Imaging===
 
==Treatment==
 
==Treatment==
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