Dental disease
Abstract
Dental disease is frequently diagnosed in guinea pigs. The management of oral cavity disease starts with the establishment of the primary cause of the disorder. The optimal treatment can then be identified, and the short-term and long-term prognosis can be determined. This chapter details the dental and oral cavity anatomy of guinea pigs and the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of dental disease. The practical guidance is supported by information on possible complications and their management. Operative techniques: Extraction of the mandibular incisor; Apicoectomy of the mandibular premolar and molars.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Veterinary Equine Medical Research
Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia
Publication details
- Journal / source
- British Small Animal Veterinary Association eBooks
- Pages
- 111–132
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter