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Mandibulectomy in a Cat

This cat presented with profound disfigurement from a rostral mandibular mass.  Salvage excision and euthanasia were the options provided.  The mass was excised and postoperative and next day images shown.  This cat has full tongue function despite taking the mandible … Continue reading

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Squamous cell carcinoma in a cat mandible

This middle aged cat presented with drooling and a rostral oral mass.  Further evaluation revealed severe mandibular inflammation with “floating teeth” present.  Radiographs reveal destruction of bone surrounding the teeth of the left mandible.  The mass crosses the midline in … Continue reading

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Periodontal Disease in a Young Cat Canine Tooth

This is a 4 year old cat with extrusion, 3 mm pockets.  Radiographic changes show increased PDL space apical to the marginal bone, consistent with periodontal disease.  Other teeth show no changes.  Likely this cat traumatized the tooth predisposing it … Continue reading

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