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Rabbit dental problems can develop within three months of birth and are often related to poor nutrition; particularly lack of fibre. Fibre is found in abundance in hay and grass, which requires chewing – and thereby acts to wear down the teeth. Without this, teeth become elongated and troublesome. If your are a vet, then here are 5 top dental treatment tips for rabbits.
Signs to look out for:
Anorexia
Weight loss
Saliva
drooling from the mouth
Hair around the base of the incisors
Ridges in the enamel of the incisors
Pain (often noted with grinding teeth)
Diagnosing dental disease in rabbits
Check for the visible signs above
Take a closer look with for example, an otoscope, auroscope, rigid endoscope or oral speculum)
When indicated, use a general anaesthetic to allow a thorough investigation. Most importantly, at this stage, take x-rays.. [More]
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