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Periodontal disease. Therapy and prevention
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Small Animal Practice
|September 1, 1986
Summary
Effective veterinary dentistry relies on consistent home care and professional dental cleanings. Thorough calculus removal is key to controlling periodontal disease, with surgical intervention and antibiotics needed for advanced cases.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Periodontology
Background:
- Veterinary dental care success hinges on owner compliance with home care.
- Periodontal disease control requires meticulous removal of dental calculus.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline essential components for successful veterinary dental treatment.
- To emphasize the importance of prophylaxis and advanced treatment techniques.
Main Methods:
- Professional scaling to remove supragingival and subgingival calculus.
- Surgical intervention (gingival excision or reflection) for deep periodontal pockets (>4-5 mm).
- Administration of antibiotics for advanced cases of veterinary dental disease.
Main Results:
- Complete calculus removal is a prerequisite for managing periodontal disease.
- Gingival management techniques are necessary for treating deep pockets.
- Antibiotic therapy is indicated for severely affected patients.
Conclusions:
- A combination of home care, professional prophylaxis, and appropriate surgical/medical management is crucial for successful veterinary dentistry.
- Addressing calculus and deep pockets directly impacts periodontal disease control.
- Antibiotics play a role in managing complex veterinary dental infections.