Dental disease in the rabbit Part 4: Diagnosis and management of odontogenic abscesses.

ABSTRACT: Dental disease and odontogenic abscesses are common in rabbits. Diagnosis of the tooth or teeth involved and extent of disease in the surrounding tissues requires careful inspection of several views of skull radiography. The best approach to treatment in most cases is surgical in combination with antibiotic treatment. In severe cases euthanasia should be considered. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]