Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 11 years and 7 months old | 10 lbs
My dog hans a lesion skin sore below her eye. Removed the large scab. Could this be from an absessed tooth
1 Answer
Published on February 25th, 2017
Yes it is quite possible this could be related to a dental abscess and a full oral exam by your vet (possibly under sedation) would be advisable, followed by extraction if appropriate as well as pain relief and antibiotics as prescribed
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