|Articles|June 24, 2010

Today's Daily Dose: Dentistry

Is crown amputation ever indicated in lieu of tooth extraction?

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“Crown amputation with intentional root retention for feline teeth with resorptive lesions is an acceptable alternative to complete extraction of the entire tooth in select cases that meet specific criteria.”

-Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM

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