title: A removable orthodontic device for the treatment of lingually displaced mandibular canine teeth in young dogs.
abstract: The malocclusion of lingually displaced mandibular canine teeth is a common orthodontic problem in the domestic dog. Several treatment methods have been described, and their advantages and disadvantages have been extensively reviewed. This article describes a functional technique used in 38 dogs of different breeds for correction of the malocclusion. The technique consists of stimulating the dog to play with specific toys. It is a simple, inexpensive, non-invasive technique that has a success rate comparable to conventional orthodontic techniques for treatment of this common malocclusion.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Verhaert
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D003481:Cuspid; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D004285:Dogs; D005260:Female; D008297:Male; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000628:therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D008334:Mandible; D009968:Orthodontic Appliances, Removable / Q000662:veterinary*; D009971:Orthodontics, Corrective / Q000662:veterinary*