Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Complications of equine oral surgery.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Dixon, Padraic M et al.
- Affiliation:
- Division of Veterinary Clinical Studies · United Kingdom
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
Most horse dental surgeries can lead to problems if not done carefully. This review looks at common issues that can arise during these procedures, starting from the front teeth and moving back to the wolf teeth and cheek teeth. It highlights complications like damage to the salivary ducts and infections in the dental sinuses. The review also covers issues related to fractures in the upper and lower jaw. Overall, it emphasizes the importance of careful technique to avoid these complications.
Abstract
The vast majority of equine oral procedures are dental-related and, unless great care is taken, almost all such procedures have the potential to cause marked short- or long-term damage to other oral structures. This review of the more common complications of oral surgery begins at the rostral oral cavity with procedures of the incisors, and then moves caudally to deal with complications related to procedures of wolf teeth and cheek teeth, including salivary duct disruption and dental sinusitis. Finally, complications associated with maxillary and mandibular fractures are discussed.
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