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  2. Oral and maxillofacial pathology - Wikipedia

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    Examples of the most common tissues examined by means of a biopsy include oral and sinus mucosa, bone, soft tissue, skin and lymph nodes. [6] Types of biopsies typically used for diagnosing oral and maxillofacial pathology are: Excisional biopsy: A small lesion is totally excised. This method is preferred if the lesions are approximately 1 cm ...

  3. Canine tooth - Wikipedia

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    In humans, the upper canine teeth (popularly called eye teeth, from their position under the eyes [1]) are larger and longer than the lower, and usually present a distinct basal ridge. Eruption typically occurs between the ages of eleven and twelve years for upper canines and between nine and ten years for lower canines.

  4. Buccal exostosis - Wikipedia

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    An additional biopsy for diagnosis of buccal exostosis is not usually recommended, however it is important to rule out the possibility of early osteosarcomas and chondrosarcomas. [6] In addition, it is recommended that patients who present with multiple growths showing similar characteristics but not in the classic exostoses locations should be ...

  5. Veterinary dentistry - Wikipedia

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    Dog undergoing dental treatment Dog with periodontal disease A canine with gingivitis English bulldog with underbite. Veterinary dentistry involves the application of dental care to animals, encompassing not only the prevention of diseases and maladies of the mouth, but also considers treatment.

  6. Idiopathic osteosclerosis - Wikipedia

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    Idiopathic osteosclerosis, also known as enostosis or dense bone island, is a condition which may be found around the roots of a tooth, usually a premolar or molar. [2] It is usually painless and found during routine radiographs as an amorphous radiopaque (light) area around a tooth.

  7. Biopsy - Wikipedia

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    An incisional biopsy or core biopsy samples a portion of the abnormal tissue without attempting to remove the entire lesion or tumor. When a sample of tissue or fluid is removed with a needle in such a way that cells are removed without preserving the histological architecture of the tissue cells, the procedure is called a needle aspiration ...

  8. Cemento-osseous dysplasia - Wikipedia

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    Diagnosis is important so that the treating doctor does not confuse it for another periapical disease such as rarefying osteitis or condensing osteitis. Incorrect diagnosis could lead to unnecessary root canal treatments , or biopsy or surgical intervention which can be invasive and increase the risk of infection. [ 5 ]

  9. Dog health - Wikipedia

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    Dog treats are often given to pets as a reward or just to let them chew on a bone, which works their jaw muscles and helps keep their teeth clean. [67] Although dog treats carry high benefits for dogs' teeth, they can also be a source of problems like obesity when given excessively, especially human table scraps.