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...
At our veterinary dentistry clinic, we’re passionate about keeping pets healthy and happy, and that passion extends beyond the clinic walls. This year, we had the exciting opportunity to participate in the annual Tour de Corgi in Fort Collins, CO, a beloved community event where...
The 38th Annual Veterinary Dental Forum was in Palm Springs, California from September 25-28, 2024. This is an annual conference that brings together board certified Veterinary DentistsTM, Veterinary Technician Specialists in the field of Dentistry, as well as veterinarians, veterinary technicians and students from all over...
Dogs and cats can get infected teeth for a variety of reasons including a broken tooth that gets bacteria inside of it, a dead tooth and periodontal disease. The symptoms can include facial swelling, a wound on the face that won’t heal or bad breath....
We at Animal Dental Care & Oral Surgery are proud to be part of the Fort Collins pet community. Earlier this year, Drs. Redman and McGuirk, along with several of our staff members, participated in the Fire Hydrant 5K, a fun run/walk and fundraiser for...
At Animal Dental Care & Oral Surgery, we take pride in being a teaching facility. Dr. MJ Redman is our board-certified veterinary dentist™ and she is also the director of our residency program. Veterinary specialists like Dr. Redman are veterinarians who have pursued additional training...
As a dedicated pet owner, you understand the importance of keeping your furry friend healthy and happy. However, some conditions that can pose significant health risks—such as oral-nasal fistulas—are not very well known. This article explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for oral-nasal fistulas...
