Can my dog's oronasal fistula cause bone erosion or jaw damage?

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Can oranasal fistula cause bone erosion? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 14 years and 11 months old

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Yes, an oronasal fistula, which often occurs from severe dental abscessation, can also result in bone erosion. Once the underlying problem is addressed, such as an infection, some bone may heal, but fistulas can remain for a very long time. Make sure you stay on top of this with your veterinarian & follow all recommendations. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Can my dog's oronasal fistula cause bone erosion or jaw damage?

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