Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Emergence of a new alveolar dental element after extraction of a molar tooth in a horse.
- Journal:
- Journal of equine veterinary science
- Year:
- 2025
- Authors:
- Oliveira, L L V et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Veterinary Medicine - Pontifí · Brazil
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A 2-year-old mixed-breed mare had swelling and a draining sore on her lower jaw, which led to a veterinary exam. The vet found an infection related to her 410 tooth (a molar), so they removed the tooth completely. A year later, the owner noticed the same symptoms returning, and a follow-up X-ray showed a new area in the spot where the tooth had been, filled with soft bone. The vet then accessed this area from outside the mouth and discovered that it contained what looked like a new tooth. The treatment was successful in addressing the issue.
Abstract
A 2-year-old mixed-breed mare was examined at the property due to swelling and fistula on the right mandible. Oral examination and radiographs revealed the presence of an apical abscess involving the 410 tooth. The tooth was extracted entirely and confirmed radiographically. One year later, the owner reported a reoccurrence of clinical signs. A new radiographic evaluation revealed a radiopaque area in the alveolar socket of the 410 tooth filled with spongy-looking bone. An extraoral approach to the alveolar socket was performed, and the content removed had the appearance of a dental element.
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