Not every dog and cat have teeth that are just like a picture in a textbook. Some animals are born with extra teeth, missing teeth, malformed teeth, extra roots and/or teeth growing in the wrong place. Sometimes these abnormal teeth cause problems, but sometimes they...
February is not just the month of love; it's also a time to celebrate our furry friends' pearly whites! Welcome to National Pet Dental Health Month, a dedicated period to raise awareness about the importance of oral hygiene for our beloved pets. While it might...
Although it’s not very common, sometimes a cat or dog may not be able to open their mouth fully. Not only is that inconvenient, but it can also be painful and potentially dangerous. The inability to open the mouth can make it difficult to eat...
I adopted a rescue pup, who we named Rupert, in September. Rupert was only about 10 weeks old at the time, so all his teeth were deciduous, meaning that they would eventually fall out and be replaced by adult or permanent teeth. And oh, how...
Many owners are concerned about the safety of putting their pet under general anesthesia for a dental procedure and we understand how stressful that can be. We have covered the risks of anesthesia-free dentistry in an earlier blog post, but what does it mean for...
Jaw fractures can occur in pets for a variety of reasons. Over the years, we have seen dogs and cats that were bitten by other dogs, hit by cars, kicked by horses, and even a cat who fell from a fourth-floor window- and survived! Symptoms...
It's Fall and that means it's time for pumpkin spice, football, and the Veterinary Dental Forum! The annual Veterinary Dental Forum was founded in 1987 to educate veterinarians, technicians, and staff about all aspects of veterinary dentistry. The conference is put on by the American...
Join us for an Open House at Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery in Fort Collins! Come out and see our new Fort Collins location, enjoy some refreshments, and explore where the tooth fairy works her magic! During your visit, you can take a tour...
That’s right- braces aren’t just for kids! The term “orthodontics” refers to the practice of restoring teeth to a normal alignment. Having your teeth in the right place can alleviate crowding that predisposes teeth to periodontal disease. The location of your teeth can also affect...
One of the most painful and frustrating conditions to treat in cats is feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS) also known as caudal stomatitis, faucitis, or just stomatitis. FCGS affects adult cats and results in inflammation of the soft tissues in the mouth, both the gums, and...
