Diagnostic Imaging in Veterinary Dental Practice

) was evaluated because of right-sided facial swelling and a recent history of dysphagia and stridor. The squirrel was anesthetized to allow for phys-ical examination and collection of blood samples. Physical examination revealed a fracture of the maxillary right third premolar tooth and an associated abscess. Results of hematologic and serum biochemical testing were with-in reference limits for this species. While the squirrel was anesthetized, radiographs of the skull were obtained