[Veterinary dentistry (12). Discoloration of teeth in companion animals].

Tooth discolouration is frequently seen in companion animal practice. Knowledge of the composition and development of the dental tissues involved in such discolouration and identification of the cause of the discolouration and the consequences for the dentition are essential to provide adequate treatment for the problem. This article provides a practical classification of tooth discolouration in companion animals and discusses the most common discolourations.