Veterinary Solutions

Case Study

Use of the ACell Vet™ Bioscaffold Following Dental Extractions In a Canine: A Side By Side Comparison.

Submitted by: Jeffrey D.Wood, DVM of Northside Veterinary Hospital.

Synopsis:

"Chopper" a female spayed seven year old Border Collie mix presented to Northside Veterinary Hospital February 5, 2003 for a scheduled teeth cleaning. Upon examination, it was found that both lower premolars were compromised, and that extraction was warranted.

Photo #1	Following extraction, the extracted teeth were compared and displayed comparable root length as well as comparable socket depth. The right side socket was left open, acting as the "control" side.
Photo #2	The left side socket had a small, folded piece of the lyophilized ACell Vet™ bioscaffold inserted into the socket (See Photo # 2), allowing the saliva present to re-hydrate the material, fixing the material in the socket.

At follow-up on February 14, 2003 (9 days) the left side (with the ACell Vet™ material) is closed completely. Although the dog does not favor one side over the other, the right side has a pocket of 1.8cm and still has a purulent discharge.