J Dent Oral Biol | Volume 9, Issue 1 | Research Article | Open Access
Callahan E1*, Weyh G2 and Han S3
1Canis University, Chicago, IL, USA 2Lupus College, Oak Lawn, IL, USA 3Turtur College, West Loop, IL, USA
*Correspondance to: Edith Callahan
Fulltext PDFThis paper offers an exploratory analysis into the unconventional proposition that quadrupedal organisms could excel as dental care providers, surpassing traditional bipedal dentists in both efficacy and patient satisfaction. Leveraging a framework that synthesizes data from veterinary science, ergonomics, and dentistry, we propose that the anatomical and physiological characteristics inherent to quadrupeds could translate into superior dexterity and stability within a dental setting. We observed multiple quadruped dental providers to generate data sets to calculate the outcomes of dental procedures performed by quadrupeds. The results suggest potential areas where quadrupeds outperform human providers, particularly in tasks requiring unusual angles and patient-centered approaches. This analysis serves as a springboard for further discussion on the intersection of species in medical roles and the future of dental practice, challenging the traditional views of professional capacities across species.
Training protocol; Root canal procedure; Multilegged dental
Callahan E, Weyh G, Han S. The Superiority of Quadrupedal Dental Providers: An Exploratory Analysis. J Dent Oral Biol. 2024; 9(1): 1227. ISSN: 2475-5680.