Dental extraction techniques in dogs and cats

Abstract

Dental extractions are commonly performed in general veterinary practice for a variety of reasons. Owing to a lack of education in veterinary dentistry, veterinary surgeons often struggle with a consistently successful approach to tooth extraction. Without such education the occurrence of complications associated with tooth extraction will increase, including root fracture, jaw fracture and the formation of oronasal communications. A consistent approach, using a few well-practiced techniques, will allow for fewer complications and less frustration. This article aims to cover some of those basic techniques.

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