Removal isn't always necessary :wave: Gus has his front teeth burred every 8 weeks or so, removal is quite a big op so I'd rather not do it unless it has to be done
Thank you for taking the time to post that, its nice to know theres alternatives!
I just assumed, with such bad mis-direction of the teeth there, that they'd need removing
Great that theres an option.
I've also read that having them burred/clipped frequently can put un-needed pressure on the roots and cause them to shatter, is that also a concern?
They shouldn't be clipped they should be burred which doesn't put pressure on the roots, my vet uses a tool like a little dremmel disk cutter thing and cuts them as far back as he can safely do. Gus doesn't struggle really so it is a good option for him. The time needed between has actually got longer and longer too
The picture isn't actually that bad, Gus's were very similar. I have seem teeth growing almost straight out!
Thanks for that
I think i read the OP said they were going to be clipped, rather than burred
they tend to break off themselves
I have a rabbit that suffers from malocclusion and has to have his teeth clipped every 4 months or so. I have managed to find a vet who will perform this without a GA which is obviously better for the rabbit. Not all vets will do this without a GA so if you do have to have it done on a regular basis it may be worth scouting round for one who will. More pics please. :wave:
