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==Introduction==

Dental disease is less common in guinea-pigs than in rabbits or chinchillas, but probably more common than in other rodents.

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:The crowns of the cheek teeth are almost level with the gingiva.

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~~==Clinical examination of the guinea-pig==~~

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Guinea pigs are generally used to being handled, but should be '''approached slowly and with a minimum of fuss'''. They may bite out of curiosity. They are still '''prey animals''' and may struggle vigorously in some cases. Guinea pigs should be restrained by an assistant using both hands to support the body. A '''towel''' can also be wrapped around the guinea pig.

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~~Guinea pigs have a '''low tolerance to pain''' and handling an ill guinea-pig can be risky.~~

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~~The animal can be placed in an '''oxygen cage''' prior to examination, or oxygen can be administered in a flow-by fashion by an assistant.~~

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Stressful manipulations should be performed under '''sedation or anaesthesia''' and '''pain relief''' should be used if necessary (meloxicam, flunixin and opioids such as butorphanol or buprenorphine).

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~~Stress can cause '''milky lacrimal and nasal secretions''' in the guinea pig.~~

==Incisor Overgrowth==

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[[Category:Expert Review - Exotics]]

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[[Category:Rodent - Alimentary System]]

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