Feline Dentistry : Oral Assessment, Treatment, and Preventative Care Veterinary

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Feline Dentistry : Oral Assessment, Treatment, and Preventative Care Feline Dentistry: Oral Assessment, Treatment, and Preventative Care is the only current reference devoted to feline dentistry. It brings together information on anatomy, pathology, radiology, equipment, materials, anesthesia, treatment, medical, and surgical dental care of the cat. This text serves as a guide to the diagnosis and management of general dental problems as well as problems unique to cats. Separated into three sections?assessment, treatment, and prevention?this full color book is an essential reference for any veterinarian treating feline patients. Editorial Reviews Review “The images have incredible detail and highlight the most important parts of the text. The images alone are worth the price of the book…. The general practitioner looking to improve his or her understanding of the uniqueness of the cat’s oral cavity and the pathology that affects it will heavily utilize this book… it should be on the shelf of every veterinarian that practices dentistry, from general practitioner to the board certified dentist.” (Journal of Veterinary Dentistry, Spring 2010) “This book is an excellent reference for veterinarians in general practice or feline-exclusive practice and those with a special interest in veterinary dentistry. This is a complete and thorough reference for use in the diagnosis and treatment planning for cats with oral diseases. It should be in the reference library of all small animal veterinarians.” (JAVMA, June 2010) “This book is one that the reviewer recommends for students interested in learning dental techniques and practitioners who are looking for a refresher on feline dentistry or a review book for their staff, and most definitely a must have for the technician who is interested in becoming a veterinary dental technician or qualifying for a dental specialty… no-one can afford to be without this text if they are truly interested in learning feline dental techniques from the beginning to the end.” (VSPN, April 2010) “This is an outstanding dentistry book in terms of detail, information, and ease of reading. The photographs and illustrations enhance the text, offering a deeper and more complete understanding of the field of feline dentistry, its pitfalls and successes.” (Doody’s, January 2011) From the Back Cover Feline Dentistry: Oral Assessment, Treatment, and Preventative Care is the only current reference devoted to feline dentistry. It brings together information on anatomy, pathology, radiology, dental equipment, anesthesia, treatment, and medical and surgical dental care of the cat. This text serves as a complete guide to the diagnosis and management of both general dental problems, including periodontal diseases, endodontic diseases, orthodontic disease, and oral masses, as well as problems unique to cats, such as tooth resorption, oropharangyeal inflammation, and maxillofacial cancer. Separated into three sections—assessment, treatment, and prevention—coverage includes anesthetic and diagnostic considerations, creating a treatment plan, and plaque control methods. Fully illustrated with over 700 color images throughout, Feline Dentistry: Oral Assessment, Treatment, and Preventative Care is an essential reference for any veterinarian treating feline patients. Read more Product details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley-Blackwell; 1st edition (February 3, 2010) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 328 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0813816130 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0813816135 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.75 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.8 x 0.82 x 11.2 inchesD2