Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Establishing a standardized dental record-keeping system for a small investigational colony of rhesus monkeys (Macaca mulatta).
- Journal:
- Journal of medical primatology
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Gibson, B W et al.
- Affiliation:
- Baylor College of Medicine · United States
Plain-English summary
This study focused on improving dental care for a small group of rhesus monkeys, which are a type of non-human primate. The researchers created a special dental chart to keep track of the monkeys' dental health using a system that numbers teeth based on their location. By using this chart, they aimed to ensure accurate record-keeping and better understand the monkeys' dental conditions. The conclusion is that having a standardized dental chart will help make dental care more consistent and reliable, which is important for the health of the monkeys and the quality of research data.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Dental hygiene is becoming an increasingly important component of quality health care for laboratory animals, especially non-human primates (NHPs). One key to a successful health care program is an effective and efficient record-keeping system. METHODS: To standardize a dental hygiene program for a small colony of NHPs, we developed a dental recording chart specific for rhesus monkeys. This dental chart was developed using the modified Triadan system. This system numbers teeth across species according to location. RESULTS: An illustrative case report was presented to demonstrate the accurate record keeping and spatial relationship generated from this Old World NHP dental chart design. CONCLUSION: The development and implementation of a standardized dental chart, as part of a dental hygiene program will help minimize variables that may affect research data.
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