Orangutan Tooth Removal During this summer’s bi-yearly medical examinations, the veterinarians discovered three orangutans; Melan, Jutak, and Umit, with decayed teeth. Decayed teeth in orangutans are removed to help alleviate the pain and ensure that the site does not become infected. Dr. Rosa Garriga arranged for Dr. Tiono and Dr. Suharyoro, to conduct oral surgery. The other members of the surgery team included three orangutan care takers, two veterinary technicians, and Dr. Rosa and Dr. [...]

  Orangutan   Dentist, by Debra Erickson.