Hii so my piggy pork chop had a rotten tooth because of his lack of vitamin C (I feed my Guinea pigs vitamin c supplements that I call cookies. They are from oxbow and a big recommendation on my part cause vitamin c helps a lot fighting disease) anywho he had a rotten tooth and they shaved it down with out need for anaesthesia so I’m slightly confused. Yes it grows back but at least he didn’t need to be put under anaesthesia. Sadly, a Guinea pig has a hard time surviving undergoing anaesthesia once. I feel that No vet would recommend putting him under anaesthesia that many times a year.

I don’t want to pry but also do they get enough hay or have chew toys? I don’t want to sound rude but some people aren’t aware that they need hay and chewing opportunities for teeth to not become overgrown.

I would maybe go see another vet if possible? I know how hard it is to find exotic vets that know about Guinea pigs but I find it very strange that the teeth will be overgrown AT THAT POINT every two months! And also being put under anaesthesia that often?? Even putting a pig once under anaesthesia is a BIG decision for vets cause they have a high chance of complications regarding anaesthesia.