Pet owners often ask, “What can I do at home to help keep my pet’s teeth healthy?” Dogs and cats are prone to developing periodontal disease and the build-up of plaque and tartar, just like people are. Professional dental care is important to fully assess...
As a devoted pet owner, you’re undoubtedly attuned to your dog's well-being. Dogs, like humans, can suffer from dental issues, and one particularly painful problem is a tooth abscess, also referred to as a tooth infection. This condition can cause significant discomfort and lead to...
How do you know when your dog needs a visit to the dentist? I’m sure your dog is extremely smart, but it’s unlikely that they keep a calendar or have their own phone. Our dogs rely on us to manage their healthcare for them. Routine...
With so many veterinary oral supplies and products on the market, it can be confusing to try and figure out what to buy for your pets. Luckily, the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC®) is here to help us find products that are scientifically proven to...
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...
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...
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...
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...
As pet owners, we strive to provide the best possible care for our animal companions, and that includes taking care of their dental health. However, with so many dental products available on the market, it can be challenging to determine which ones are truly effective....