Full-Mouth Intraoral Radiographic Survey in Rabbits

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Dentistry
• Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

• Dental pathologies are common in pet rabbits.
• Rabbit oral anatomy presents unique examination challenges.
• Traditional extraoral radiography has limitations in visualizing key dental structures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a step-by-step procedure for intraoral radiography in rabbits.
• To highlight the advantages of intraoral radiography for lagomorph dentition evaluation.
• To promote improved diagnosis and treatment of rabbit dental diseases.

Main Methods:

• Utilized a standard dental X-ray generator and intraoral storage phosphor plates.
• Applied the bisecting angle technique for full-mouth radiographic surveys.
• Focused on detailed visualization of internal and external dental structures.

Main Results:

• Intraoral radiography allows for detailed visualization of rabbit teeth.
• Early lesions and occult pathologies can be identified more effectively.
• Superior resolution and diagnostic quality were achieved with minimal radiation exposure.

Conclusions:

• Intraoral radiography is a valuable tool for preventing, diagnosing, and treating oral pathologies in rabbits.
• This technique offers enhanced safety for patients and veterinary staff.
• It represents a significant advancement over extraoral radiography in lagomorph dentistry.