Hi my guinea pig had his front teeth burned at the vet nearly 3 weeks ago. He is still being syringe fed with critical care and syringe fed water. He will eat from us by hand but not by himself. Has anyone else had this problem. Thanks
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Dental Dental
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Hi and welcome!
As I understand it, eating problems usually start with the back teeth, not the front, so burring the front teeth alone doesn't resolve the issue. If his molars have overgrown, it will be painful and make eating difficult.
Hopefully someone who can help will be able to answer in the morning. @furryfriends (TEAS) is the dental expert
Hope you can get your piggie eating, best of luck!
As I understand it, eating problems usually start with the back teeth, not the front, so burring the front teeth alone doesn't resolve the issue. If his molars have overgrown, it will be painful and make eating difficult.
Hopefully someone who can help will be able to answer in the morning. @furryfriends (TEAS) is the dental expert
Hope you can get your piggie eating, best of luck!
Lady Kelly
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Hi, sorry to hear about your piggies dental problems. Debbie at Teas is not on the forum much at the moment but she would be more than happy for you to give her a call during normal daytime hours to discuss the issue. Her sanctuary was set up specifically for extra needs piggies but with a huge focus on dental issues. Her contact details are on her website The Excellent Adventure Sanctuary – Providing life-enhancing care for Guinea Pigs with extra needs