Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Newfoundland puppy with jaw bone swelling and pain treatment
By Ferrarese, Valentina et al.·Published in Journal of veterinary dentistry·2026·The Ralph Veterinary Referral Centre, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Craniomandibular Osteopathy in a Newfoundland Dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 5-month-old Newfoundland dog was brought to the vet because it was lethargic and had swelling in its jaw. The vet diagnosed the dog with craniomandibular osteopathy, a condition that causes bone growth in the jaw. To help with pain, the dog was treated with meloxicam and paracetamol, which improved its comfort and energy levels. Over the next few months, the dog's symptoms significantly improved, with the swelling in its jaw decreasing and the bones returning to a more normal appearance.
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Abstract
A 5-month-old Newfoundland dog was presented with lethargy and bilateral enlargement of the mandibles and maxillae. A diagnosis of craniomandibular osteopathy was made based on clinical signs, physical examination, and computed tomography findings. Improved mentation and comfort levels were achieved with pain management using meloxicam and paracetamol. Follow-up examinations were performed at 1, 2, 6, and 16 weeks after the first consultation. Stabilization of the condition was noted initially, and by 16 weeks, clinical symptoms had markedly improved. Protuberances of the maxillae were markedly reduced compared to the initial presentation, and the maxillae appeared nearly normal. Widening of the mandibles had decreased, and the bony swelling extended less caudally. To the authors' knowledge, this is the first report of craniomandibular osteopathy in a Newfoundland dog.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40971596/