Anatomy and Disorders of the Oral Cavity of Reptiles and Amphibians

Abstract

A wide variety of disorders may be seen affecting the reptile and amphibian oral cavity. Owners can easily miss problems until they are at an advanced stage because of the difficulty of examining the oral cavity at home. Because many problems are secondary to an inappropriate environment or diet and may be related to systemic disease, a full history and clinical examination is always required. Treatment of oral disorders also requires a holistic approach including correction of any predisposing factors in order for long-term successful resolution of the problem.

Keywords: Amphibian; Neoplasia; Oral; Reptile; Stomatitis.