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Hi my rabbits has spurs on his back teeth and he is having to go under general anaesthetic every 3 weeks to have them ground down as they are growing back so quickly. Wiill GA this often eventually harm the rabbit.
 
A GA every 3 weeks will eventually cause problems. There are some Vets who are willing to do some molar work without GA, although this can never be as thorough as a Dental under GA. But maybe your Bun could have a full Dental under GA every few months with just superficial work done without GA as and when necessary.

Is your Vet experienced in Rabbit Dentistry? Sometimes if the molar burring is not done correctly more problems can be created than were there in the first place.

If you can give your approximate geographical location maybe we can help you find a Vet who will do some superficial dental work without GA.

What is your Rabbit's diet like and have any Xray's been done to assess his/her tooth roots?
 
Hi I live in Shrewsbury. Not sure if x ray has been done i know its the 2nd to back on the left that is the problem. he has a diet of hay, grass, kale, dandelion leaves and a small amout of rabbit pellets. he gets the odd bit of carrot, broccoli stork, basil and is generally a very happy lively bunny.
 
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