Survey of dental pathologies and treatment approaches for cats and dogs in Siirt region

The aim of this study was to determine the distribution of dental diseases in cats and dogs, to perform clinical examinations of the cases, and to evaluate the effectiveness of the applied treatment protocols. The study material consisted of a total of 35 animals, including 28 cats and 7 dogs of different breeds, ages, and sexes, presented to the Siirt University Animal Health Application and Research Center with various complaints related to oral and dental health. Following general clinical examination, a detailed inspection and palpation of the oral cavity were performed in all cases. Pathological findings observed in the oral region were systematically recorded, and subsequent dental examinations were conducted. All identified dental pathologies were documented using a standardized examination form. In cats, the most frequently observed dental diseases were gingivitis (57.14%) and periodontitis (57.14%), followed by dental calculus (50%), uncomplicated crown fracture (17.85%), retained deciduous teeth (10.71%), malocclusion (10.71%), necrotic pulp (10.71%), and gingivostomatitis (10.71%). In dogs, the most common findings were dental calculus (42.85%) and necrotic pulp (42.85%), followed by retained deciduous teeth (28.57%), malocclusion (28.57%), uncomplicated crown fracture (14.28%), oral papilloma (14.28%), and dental attrition (14.28%). The results indicate that periodontitis and dental calculus are the most common dental pathologies in both cats and dogs. The applied scaling and medical treatment protocols resulted in clinical improvement in the majority of cases. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that more appropriate, evidence-based treatment approaches can be planned for patients presented with dental problems, potentially improving treatment success rates.