Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Risk factors for tooth resorption in cats and what lowers risk
By Scarlett, J M et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·1999·Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Risk factors for odontoclastic resorptive lesions in cats.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A study found that certain factors can increase the risk of tooth problems called odontoclastic resorptive lesions (ORL) in cats. Cats with a history of dental disease, those living in cities, and indoor cats were more likely to develop these painful lesions. Interestingly, cats that ate commercial treats seemed to have a lower risk of developing ORL. If you're worried about your cat's dental health, especially if they have had dental issues before or are indoor cats, it might be worth discussing preventive measures with your veterinarian.
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Abstract
A cross-sectional study evaluating potential risk factors for odontoclastic resorptive lesions (ORL) in feline teeth was conducted. Owners of 32 cats with ORL and 27 cats without ORL were interviewed regarding their respective cat's demographic characteristics, diet, and medical and dental histories. Four factors were identified as significantly associated with ORL using unconditional logistic regression. A history of dental disease (gingivitis, calculus, or periodontal disease; odds ratio [OR], 4.5); city residence (OR, 4.4); and being an exclusively indoor cat (OR, 4.5) were associated with an increased risk for ORL. Consumption of commercial treats (OR, 0.3) appeared protective for ORL.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10333255/