A pyrosequencing investigation of differences in the feline subgingival microbiota in health, gingivitis, and mild periodontitis

Periodontitis is the most commonly diagnosed health problem in cats. The reported incidence levels vary from study to study but are generally high. Despite the prevalence of periodontal disease in domestic cats, our current understanding of the possible etiological agents of the disease is limited, and there is little information documenting the bacteria found in the oral cavity. Many of the early feline oral bacteriology studies concentrated on isolation of bacteria from cat bite wounds. In one study, cats were sampled at a least-affected site of subgingival plaque formation and a most-affected site for comparison.

Source: Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery - November 30, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Tags: Dentistry Source Type: research