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Review
. 2005 May;35(3):699-712.
doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2004.12.009.

Geriatric veterinary dentistry: medical and client relations and challenges

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Geriatric veterinary dentistry: medical and client relations and challenges

Steven E Holmstrom. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2005 May.

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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