Endodontic therapy on an African lion (Panthera leo)

The endodontic therapy used on an African lion was similar to procedures performed on humans and other exotic animals with the same condition. The procedure involved removal of the pulpal tissue to the apex of the root in three canine teeth. The internal aspect of the root canal was sterilized and filled with a rubber-like material (gutta percha) which was cemented in place. Chrome cobalt alloy crowns were fabricated and cemented to the top two canine teeth. The lower canine tooth received a silver amalgam restoration.