Anders Jensen

Department of Musculoskeletal Biology and Ageing Science, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, UK

Figure 1. Schematic to show the structural differences between brachydont and hypsodont teeth. a) Brachydont tooth (molar) has a low crown covered with enamel, and cementum is only present below the gumline. b) Hypsodont tooth (incisor) has a long reserve crown and continually erupt with the appearance of the occlusal surface changing as the animal ages.
Veterinary

Equine odontoclastic tooth resorption and hypercementosis

A number of theories exist underpinning the aetiology of equine odontoclastic tooth resorption and hypercementosis. Mechanical strain on the periodontal ligament may be involved (Staszyk et al, 2008;...