Synonyms

No known synonym

Name of the disease in English

Excessive teeth wear

The disease in brief

This is a more common problem in old ewes, but may exist exceptionally in cattle grazing sandy plots where grass is scarce. Some forages can accelerate tooth wear. If tooth enamel is weakened by mineral deficiency (calcium, copper, etc.), wear will be accelerated.

Clinic & diagnosis

More worn-out than normal permanent or milk incisors are enough to diagnose the problem.

Typical sign of the disease

No description

Pictures

See below

Diagnostic formulas

No description

Differential diagnosis

- Gingivitis-periodontitis N285

- loosening of teeth

Confirm a suspicion?

No confirmation required

Prognosis and treatment

Treatment consists of preserving the cattle from the identified cause, such as removing excessively aggressive forage.

Prevention

Make breeders aware of the need to monitor teeth whenever a risk exists.

References

Large animal internal Medicine-5th edition. SMITH B.BP. Mosby ed p739