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==Overview==

==Overview==

[[File:Dog teeth occlusion 2.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Occlusal assessment – mandibular incisors occlude on the palatal aspect of the maxillary incisors (known as a scissor bite), the mandibular canine interdigitates half way between the maxillary canine and third incisor, and the premolars interdigitate in a “picking shear” effect.<small>''© Lisa Milella 2013''</small>]]

[[File:Dog teeth occlusion 2.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Occlusal assessment – mandibular incisors occlude on the palatal aspect of the maxillary incisors (known as a scissor bite), the mandibular canine interdigitates half way between the maxillary canine and third incisor, and the premolars interdigitate in a “picking shear” effect.<small>''© Lisa Milella 2013''</small>]]

A history of all '''previous dental treatments''' is also important to determine whether the condition is acute, chronic or recurrent. Where possible, try and ascertain how long the pet has had the problem and whether the main complaint has changed during this time. It is important to enquire about the actual oral symptoms, and remembering that the client is probably not aware of their pets' problem, detailed questioning regarding feeding, behaviour, play time and subtle changes in temperament may be required.

A history of all '''previous dental treatments''' is also important to determine whether the condition is acute, chronic or recurrent. Where possible, try and ascertain how long the pet has had the problem and whether the main complaint has changed during this time. It is important to enquire about the actual oral symptoms, and remembering that the client is probably not aware of their pets' problem, detailed questioning regarding feeding, behaviour, play time and subtle changes in temperament may be required.

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It is also important to find out what '''level of [[Oral Hygiene|dental homecare]]''' the owner provides prior to any treatment being carried out. This is very important for diseases requiring long term management and where no “cure” is available. It is also important to know what homecare is being provided prior to the full examination to ascertain whether this is adequate.

It is also important to find out what '''level of [[Oral Hygiene - Small Animal|dental homecare]]''' the owner provides prior to any treatment being carried out. This is very important for diseases requiring long term management and where no “cure” is available. It is also important to know what homecare is being provided prior to the full examination to ascertain whether this is adequate.

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[[Category:Oral Examination]]

[[Category:Oral Examination]]

[[Category:To Do - Mars Check]]

[[Category:Waltham reviewed]]