Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How tooth resorption severity in cats relates to age and symptoms
By Patrycja Pistor et al.·Published in Animals·2023·Department of Biostructure and Animal Physiology, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Kożuchowska Str. 1/3, 51-631 Wrocław, Poland, CH·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Feline Tooth Resorption: A Description of the Severity of the Disease in Regard to Animal’s Age, Sex, Breed and Clinical Presentation
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A group of cats with dental problems was examined for tooth resorption, a common issue where the body breaks down and absorbs the tooth structure. The study found that older cats were more likely to have severe cases, but the breed or sex of the cat did not affect the severity. Interestingly, the presence of dental issues did not always correlate with noticeable symptoms, meaning some cats might not show signs even if they have significant problems. Regular dental check-ups and X-rays are important for catching these issues early.
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Abstract
Feline tooth resorption (odontoclastic resorptive lesion) is a common and important issue in veterinary dentistry. This study aimed to analyse the disease’s severity and correlation with clinical information in the population of feline patients in Poland in the area of Lower Silesia. An analysis of the clinical charts of 174 cats with dental problems, which were diagnosed as tooth resorption, was conducted. The gender and breed had no influence on the disease severity, but the disease progressed with age. The lesions were mostly encountered within the third and fourth maxillary premolars (107, 108, 207, 208) and mandibular molars (309, 409). No direct correlation was found between the presence or severity of the disease and the clinical signs of affected cats. The study shows that feline tooth resorption is a common issue in feline dentistry and should be taken into account in all cases of animals with any signs of oral disease, including gingivitis and/or dental plaque with preserved appetite. A careful intraoral radiographic examination is essential to avoid false negative results in ambiguous cases.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13152500