ABSTRACT

92 A photograph of a two-year-old female Persian cat that is unable to close its mouth (92a). The cat has a two-month history of this problem occurring inter - mit tently. The cat exhibits mild discom - fort when the jaw is locked. A ventrodorsal view radiograph of the skull was made while the cat was unable to close its mouth (92b). i. What is the most likely etiology of this problem? ii. What is the surgical treatment of choice for this condition?