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...
In recent years, a new trend has been popping up – companies advertising “Anesthesia Free Dentals” for pets. These procedures are not recommended and can even be worse than doing nothing at all. How can that be? Problems with Anesthesia Free Dental Cleanings Anesthesia free dentals focus...
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...
At Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery of Fort Collins, it is our goal to help pet owners improve both their bond with their pets and improve their pet's oral health. At-home dental care is crucial for your pet in addition to their annual dental...
If only pets could talk and tell us when they had a toothache! But dogs and cats are exceptionally good at hiding pain. They eat to survive, and they always put on a happy face (or tail!) for the people they love most. Dogs and...
Dogs love to chew! Anyone who has ever had a puppy knows how much they like to chew. And giving an energetic puppy something to chew can keep them busy and safe when you need to get something else done. Chewing is a satisfying activity for...
Defining the Terms A board-certified veterinary dentist™ is a veterinarian who has undertaken additional training overseen by the American Veterinary Dental College™ to specialize in veterinary dentistry. When someone has the letters “DAVDC” after their name, it stands for “Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College”...
Retired racing greyhounds make excellent pets and there are many rescue organizations that help find loving homes for these dogs. However, it is important to note that Greyhounds are unique among larger breeds in that they have a predisposition to periodontal disease. Often these dogs...