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Dental disease in a cat: a broken canine tooth of 3+ years' standing

Mixed breed · 5 years · cat

ДОA broken canine tooth in a cat before treatment
ПІСЛЯA cat's mouth after treatment of the broken canine tooth

Owner's complaint

Darkened canine tooth, pain, refusal of toys and dry food.

Examination findings

Long-standing broken tooth with calculus deposits.

Dental radiography

Radiography showed the need for extraction and treatment of the diseased bone.

Diagnosis

Chronic disease of a broken canine tooth with involvement of the surrounding tissue.

Why this method was chosen

Preservation was not justified; extraction and debridement of the affected site were performed.

Treatment steps

  • COHAT
  • Radiography
  • Extraction
  • Bone treatment

Outcome

Pain relieved, appetite restored

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