Oral Diseases in Captive Capuchin Monkeys

摘要

Examination of the oral cavity for early detection and correction of diseases should be part of the general health care program for any institution or clinic that deals with nonhuman primates. Exotic animal veterinarians should adopt and follow a strict protocol for examination of the oral cavity whenever an animal is anesthetized. Furthermore, handlers/owners should be trained to recognize early signs suggestive of oral diseases.