Characterizing masticatory motion of dogs using optical and electromagnetic motion tracking.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Accurate knowledge of masticatory motion across a variety of food materials is essential for ex-vivo testing and simulation of the food-teeth interaction. Yet, the masticatory motion has never been fully characterized in the domestic dog (Canis lupus), limiting our ability for ex-vivo modelling.

Objective

The aim of this study was to characterize masticatory motion among a variety of different foods in beagle dogs using optical and electromagnetic motion tracking.

Results

We confirmed that the masticatory pattern in the beagle is a hinge motion with no clinically meaningful horizontal motion of the mandible. The mouth opening was not significantly difference among different food and treat types regardless of food stiffness and force t

SUBMITTER: Goldschmidt S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12268705 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature