Geriatric veterinary dentistry: medical and client relations and challenges. |
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| Authors: | Steven E Holmstrom |
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| Institution: | Animal Dental Clinic, 987 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA 94070, USA. Steve@Toothvet.info |
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| Abstract: | Quality of life is an important issue for geriatric patients. Allowing periodontal disease, fractured teeth, and neoplasia to remain untreated decreases this quality of life. Age itself should be recognized; however, it should not be a deterrent to successful veterinary dental care. |
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