Some pets actually help soothe the pain of
a fractured tooth by chewing more than usual, as the pressure of chewing can bring relief.
Pets also commonly
fracture their teeth by chewing hard objects or by experiencing trauma from other injuries, such as fighting or being hit by a car.
Not exact matches
Thunder recently
fractured a
tooth and had it replaced with, you guessed it, a gold one
by a Texas dentist.
Habitually crunching on ice can damage
teeth by wearing down the enamel and even causing tiny
fractures in the
teeth.
Calcium deficiency is indicated
by muscle cramps, dry skin and brittle nails,
tooth decay, insomnia, frequent
fractures, depression, numbness and tingling in hands and feet.
Fractured teeth are treated
by performing endodontic procedures, such as indirect pulp capping, direct pulp capping (if performed within 24 to 48 hours from the time of injury) or root canal procedures if non-vital
teeth are presented.
This class focuses on oral surgery, covering surgical extraction technique, easy retrieval of
fractured roots using a technique published
by Dr. Woodward, repair of oronasal fistulas, introduction to periodontal surgery, local / regional anesthesia and bonded sealants for
fractured teeth with exposed vital dentin.
Crown height reduction can often be curative in the beginning stages of dental disease when accompanied
by diet correction and other preventive measures.1 — 3 However, in cases of moderate to severe dental disease, crown height reduction procedures will need to be performed repeatedly.1 - 3 Overgrown incisors or cheek
teeth should be trimmed using a dental bur or trimming forceps (FIGURE 6A) designed specifically for crown reduction.1 - 3 Nail trimmers, rongeurs, and other manual cutting tools should never be used to perform crown height reduction.2, 3 Root damage,
tooth fractures or splinters, and abnormal regrowth are likely to occur when using improper equipment.2, 3 Crown reduction performed without sedation or anesthesia is difficult and often done blindly, resulting in missed sharp points or spurs and injury to the gums, cheeks, or tongue.1 - 3 Rabbits with moderate to severe dental disease should be anesthetized, allowing crown reduction and reshaping to be performed with a low - speed dental bur while protecting soft tissues with bur guards and dental spatulas.1 — 3 (FIGURE 6B)
Cats are affected
by many of the same dental problems that affect dogs, such as periodontal diseases,
fractured teeth, and oral growths.
Also,
teeth affected
by cat cavities are already very fragile, and easily
fracture or break during the cleaning or removal process anyway.
In the case of sudden wear or a
fracture of the
tooth caused
by chewing, your pet should be examined
by your veterinarian immediately.
A five year old Pit Bull Terrier named Roscoe presented to Veterinary Dental Specialties and Oral Surgery to have an anesthetized dental exam, cleaning, a few
teeth with uncomplicated crown
fractures (chipped
teeth) sealed after the
fractures were noted
by his referring veterinarian.
Cats are affected
by many of the same dental problems that affect dogs (periodontal disease,
fractured teeth, and oral masses) in addition to special syndromes (
tooth resorption, gingivostomatitis).
Some «uncomplicated»
fractures can be treated
by applying a «patch» or sealant to the
tooth while complicated
fractures can be treated with extraction or referral to a dental specialist.
Problems that cause toothache in cats include
tooth decay,
tooth resorption — which is caused
by decay below the gum line — inflamed gums and
fractured teeth.
The family was referred
by Spice's primary care veterinarian to Dr. Fiorito, who explained that similarly
fractured teeth become infected within hours, and may abscess.
By visualizing these structures, we can determine the extent of bone loss, the presence of an abscess, severity of a
tooth or jaw
fracture, or evaluate feline
tooth resorption.
Cats, as well as dogs, are susceptible to
fractured teeth following trauma such as falling from heights, being hit
by a car, or rough play.
Prevention of
tooth abscess in dogs
Fractures of the carnasial
tooth and subsequent abscesses can be prevented
by not allowing dogs to chew on rocks or bones, both of which are common causes of dental injuries.
The sooner you can get the
fractured tooth examined the better because a freshly
fractured tooth can regenerate and stay alive
by applying a cement cap.
Any
fractured teeth should be evaluated
by radiographs to determine the best treatment option
Cats tend to
fracture their upper canine
teeth by bumping them on something hard.
Parameters examined
by both groups included recession, furcation, hyperplasia, resorption, missing
teeth, supernumerary
teeth,
fractures / attrition / abrasion, and probing depths.
Dental x-ray will reveal
teeth affected
by periodontal disease; with enamel
fractures; trauma; endodontic disease; pulpitis; and / or root pathology.
Begin
by checking the mouth for
fractured teeth.
All
fractured teeth should be evaluated
by a dental specialist for treatment planning.
Parameters examined
by both groups included recession, furcation, hyperplasia, resorption, missing
teeth,
fractures / attrition / abrasion, supernumerary
teeth, and probing depths.
By protecting the player's skull from an open
fracture, his face from broken bones and his
teeth from getting knocked out, the modern helmet has encouraged players to collide more violently and more often without fear for their own safety.