Guinealynx.info: Elongation and dental malocclusion in Guinea Pig: a case report

Guinealynx.info: Elongation and dental malocclusion in Guinea Pig: a case report.
In: Vet. Magazine Nosso Clínico, v.88, year 15, Jul/Aug., p.6-10, 2012.

Artikel: http://www.guinealynx.info/pdf/malocclusion.pdf

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ABSTRACT

Dental problems of guinea pigs have been recognized for many years, including tooth elongation, malocclusion, oral trauma and abscess formation. Malocclusions of this nature may result from genetic, traumatic, dietary and iatrogenic causes. The dietary habits of guinea pigs must be considered as one of the major potential factors in initiating malocclusions. This article proposes to show the dental problems, dietary information and how a proper diet can be beneficial for this rodent. A case report describing the dental treatment of a guinea pig with tooth elongation and oral trauma follows.