![]() ![]() The rhinos were immobilised using standard techniques. The technique described is a quick and practical method to facilitate age assessment of rhinos in the field and at the same time obtain permanent records of that specific animal. It is especially useful to be able to make the correct management decision for animals destined for transiocation. It is of great practical value to be able to age immobilised black and white rhinos accurately in the field. This makes it difficult to apply data available on eruption patterns and tooth wear in relation to age in black rhinos and white rhinos. The molariform teeth of black (Diceros bicornis) and white rhinos (Ceratotherium simum) are difficult to see in immobilised animals. The technique involves using a gag to gain access to the oral cavity, taking impressions of the left maxillary dental arch using dental alginate in a special tray, and then making casts of these impressions with Plaster of Paris. The resulting casts can be used to assess accurately the age of animals by using existing criteria. Abstract - A technique is described for taking dental impressions of immobilised black and white rhinoceros. i-iv, 1-242ĭental impressions - techniques. Onderstepoort, Republic of South Africa, 9-10 September 1994: pp. Proceedings of a symposium on rhinos as game ranch animals. A technique for making dental impressions and casts of immobilised black rhinoceros (Diceros bicorns) and white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum): pp. Reference Base A technique for making dental impressions and casts of im. ![]()
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