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// Author: John M. McCullock
// Date: 07-12-07
// Description: Arlo Dental Page Text Generator

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	strings[1] = "Meet Arlo. He's a handsome dog, but his teeth need help.";

	strings[2] = "Arlo has a heavy build up of brown tartar and some gingivitis. He needs a dental cleaning.";
	
	strings[3] = "Arlo is given a full exam on the morning of his dental cleaning.";
	
	strings[4] = "Arlo has his blood drawn for pre-anesthetic blood work. Because Arlo is a senior dog, he had a full Senior Wellness Workup done prior to his scheduled dental cleaning.";
	
	strings[5] = "Arlo's blood work and other senior parameters look good, so we're ready to get started.";
	
	strings[6] = "A pre-anesthetic painkiller is given to help Arlo relax and provide pain control during the procedure.";
	
	strings[7] = "Arlo has an intravenous catheter placed to provide a route for intravenous fluids and other medications that may be needed during the procedure. Intravenous fluids provide support for the cardiovascular system under anesthesia to keep the blood pressure at a normal level, and provides for a quicker recovery.";
	
	strings[8] = "Arlo is given an injection of anesthesia to help make him sleepy enough to be intubated.";
	
	strings[9] = "Arlo is intubated (he has an endotracheal tube placed in his windpipe) to provide oxygen and isoflurane anesthesia during his dental cleaning. Arlo is asleep under anesthesia. His eyes remain open and a lubricant is placed in each one to keep them moist.";
	
	strings[10] = "A multi-parameter monitor is attached to Arlo. This monitor ensures a safe anesthetic experience by monitoring heart rate, EKG, blood pressure, blood oxygen level, and exhaled carbon dioxide level.";
	
	strings[11] = "During anesthetic and surgical procedures, your pet's body temperature drops considerably without proper attention.  At Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital, we use a sophisticated warming system to keep our patients warm, comfortable and safe!"
	
	strings[12] = "Arlo get his nails trimmed while he's asleep.";
	
	strings[13] = "The dental scaling begins.";
	
	strings[14] = "We use an ultrasonic scaler to clean the tartar from the teeth and from below the gum line.";
	
	strings[15] = "Once the teeth are cleaned, a full oral exam is performed. This includes probing around all teeth. Here Arlo has a pocket on his upper left 3rd incisor.";
	
	strings[16] = "All abnormalities are recorded on a dental chart.";
	
	strings[17] = "When abnormalities are found, a dental radiograph (x-ray) of the tooth is taken. The radiograph is developed.";
	
	strings[18] = "The tooth in question looks good. With home care the tooth should be fine.";
	
	strings[19] = "If Arlo had needed to have his tooth extracted, he would receive an additional non-steroidal painkiller, an antibiotic injection, and a local block to help keep him comfortable. He would also go home with pain medication and antibiotics.";
	
	strings[20] = "Arlo's teeth are polished. Micro etching that occurs during the cleaning process is smoothed out. Arlo's teeth are dried and Oravet Barrier Sealant is applied.";
	
	strings[21] = "Arlo recovers. His teeth are looking good and his breath is great!";
	
	strings[22] = "A daily brushing routine, weekly Oravet Plaque Prevention Gel, and dental treats will help keep Arlo's teeth clean and healthy. We hope you've enjoyed Arlo's adventure in teeth cleaning. Please feel free to ask any of our staff members about dental cleaning or any other questions you may have. Many thanks to Arlo and Virginia for their participation in the production of this educational book. Thanks to Stacie and Christy for their help in making this book possible, and to Dr. Kristin Sulis and her husband Michael for creating this exciting book.";
	

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