The owner discovered that the maxillary right fourth premolar (108) of their black Shiba Inu had fractured and exposed the dental pulp due to chewing on a large pig bone. After evaluation at our hospital, the Shiba Inu underwent endodontic treatment and the placement of a metal dental crown.
Post-Endodontic Treatment Care Guidelines:
Q：How should the gaps between the installed crown and the gingiva be cleaned?
A: You can use an extremely soft interdental brush, children's toothbrushes available on the market, or specialized brushes for small animals to thoroughly clean your animal's teeth. If neglected, food residue may get stuck in the junction between the crown and the gingiva, potentially causing gingiva redness and, in severe cases, leading to periodontal disease. Please be sure to choose the softest brush material, and avoid applying excessive force during brushing to prevent gingiva recession or injury.
Q：Is dental scaling still necessary after installing the crown?
A：Regular dental scaling is still required. However, do not use an ultrasonic scaler probe to clean the gaps between the crown and the gingiva to prevent loosening. It is recommended to use manual instruments such as scalers and curettes for cleaning, and only a veterinarian can perform these procedures.
Q：After my dog has a dental crown installed, can it chew bones or play tug-of-war?
A：No, the treated teeth will be less sturdy than the originally healthy teeth. Therefore, it is essential to avoid allowing the dog to chew on hard objects or engage in tug-of-war games to prevent the teeth from fracturing again or the crown from falling off.
Q：What should I do if the dental crown falls off?
A： Dental crowns for animals undergoing endodontic treatment are covered by a one-year warranty. In case the crown falls off, please promptly retrieve it and bring it back to our hospital for reinstallation, which is completely free!
(Additional charges may apply if a new crown is required, or if anesthesia, pre-operative blood test, etc., are needed.)
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