No improvement after dental procedure.

arb_hz

Post   » Mon Dec 26, 2022 8:10 am


So update on his situation. Even after 3 trimmings he still isn't eating. Vet says the next course of action could be tooth extraction as according to him there is one molar which is causing discomfort.
We didn't want to go for extraction as this is relatively risky procedure but since he is not eating at all this could be our only way forward.
Does anyone here have experience of tooth extraction?

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Lynx
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Post   » Mon Dec 26, 2022 8:38 am


No personal experience with tooth extraction. Has this vet performed the procedure on other guinea pigs? Or rabbits?

I am sorry you are in this position. Rereading your topic, it looks like you have also gotten a second opinion and consulted with a vet in the states. There is also an excellent vet in Canada (unsure if he is still in practice), Dr. Loic Legendre, who could perhaps offer an opinion.
https://www.avdonline.org/locate-a-fellow/

Your earlier description of having trouble swallowing, it is also possible to use a small, flexible camera to examine the throat for problems.

bpatters
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Post   » Mon Dec 26, 2022 11:00 am


Without reading back, has he had x-rays to check for elongated tooth roots? That can be very painful, and a pig will often stop eating because of that.

Unfortunately, it's hard to treat. The only options are either extraction of the tooth, which is very hard on the pig, or repeated planing of the molars to keep them ground down. That involves repeated anesthesia, and that's hard on the pig.

arb_hz

Post   » Tue Dec 27, 2022 3:09 am


Yes the vet has experience of this procedure on guinea pigs ( although not too many) and on rabbits. He suggested this as the last option as this comes with significant risk and discomfort. However if gone well chances or recovery are high.

@bpatters: yes the x-ray was done. We will do one more before the procedure to see the latest condition.

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Mirgss

Post   » Sat Dec 31, 2022 5:33 pm


Hi, has there been any update on your situation?

arb_hz

Post   » Thu Jan 12, 2023 6:50 am


Hello.

We took him to vet for follow up check and he suggested to wait 3 weeks for the procedure. He is still not eating but seems to be quite well and is active. We will take to vet again in 2-3 weeks and go ahead with the procedure if vet suggests.

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