Dental extractions are one of the most common types of oral surgery recommended for dogs and cats. There are a lot of reasons why extraction might be the best choice for your pet’s tooth. The most important goal for all Veterinary DentistsTM is to give...
Everybody knows that a dog loves to chew toys– what cartoon dog has ever been shown without a bone to chew? Whether it’s a bone, a toy, or a tennis ball, chewing provides entertainment, stress relief, and even some dental benefits. But not all dog...
In many veterinary practices around the country, February is celebrated as National Pet Dental Health Month. Practices may have special promotions like discounts on dental cleanings and additional educational materials to help clients understand the importance of their pet’s oral health. At Animal Dental Care...
Are you a veterinarian looking to boost your confidence in veterinary dentistry? Look no further! Join us this April for an exclusive, hands-on wet lab at Animal Dental Care & Oral Surgery in Fort Collins, Colorado. Designed to provide invaluable experience, this two-day event will...
Oral surgery, especially dental extractions, is common in dogs and cats. After surgery, your Veterinary DentistTM will give you instructions specific to your pet and their procedure after surgery, but many pet owners have questions to expect about surgical recovery. Here are some common oral...
Cats are unique, not only in their behavior but also their medical needs. Amongst our pets, they are probably the closest to their wild counterparts. That doesn’t mean that they don’t benefit from medical care, but it does mean that they are very good at...
The holiday season is a time filled with joy, treats, and togetherness. But for pets, this busy season can also pose unique risks to their dental health. From chewing on hard items to potential scuffles with other animals, pets are more vulnerable to dental trauma...
Like people, dogs and cats have diphydont dentition, which means they have two sets of teeth in their lifetime – first, they have deciduous teeth, also known as “baby teeth”, which are then replaced with their permanent adult dentition. Dogs have 42 permanent teeth – 12...
What are the signs of oral pain in cats? Cats are known for their mysterious ways and natural inclination to hide discomfort, which often makes detecting their pain a challenge. This holds especially true for dental pain, a common yet often overlooked issue in cats....
As specialists in Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery, we provide a variety of services and veterinary dentist procedures, some of which are not within the scope of practice of veterinary general practitioners. In veterinary medicine, general practitioners perform routine dentistry procedures every single day, such as...