Topics in Companion Animal Dentistry-Finding the Answer-Gingival Hyperplasia #DrDonDeForge
Donald H DeForge, VMD Silvers Sands Veterinary Milford Veterinary Hospital-Urgent and General Care 17 Seemans Lane-Milford, CT-06460 P 203-877-3221 F-203-877-8301 E-Mail-DonDeForge100@gmail.com Centers for Oral Care Tri-State Advanced Oral Medicine and Oral Surgery Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry No. 28 Topics in Companion Animal Dentistry: Gingival Hyperplasia and Radiosurgery Historical Background: Gingival Hyperplasia is a common findings in Boxers, Bulldogs, Pit Bulls, and Cocker Spaniels along with other breeds. Its etiology is not known but a genetic link to certain breeds is suspected. There is a proliferative and abnormal growth of gingival tissue with pseudopocket formation. These pockets lead to attachment loss with food, hair, and debris entrapment. This condition should never be ignored because it will lead to advanced periodontal pathology and oral pain. Diagnosis: Diagnosis is with Incisional biopsy. Gingi...