There are numerous reasons why a dog or cat tooth would need to be extracted. Some of the dental problems leading to tooth extraction can be prevented, or at least minimized, and some cannot. Our goal is to always save teeth when possible....
The oral cavity is the first part of the digestive tract and is an essential part of the digestive function of dogs and cats. Additionally, teeth-bearing animals use their teeth not only for eating but also for grooming, playing, hunting, and protection.
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A cyst is an abnormal fluid-filled sac or space. Cysts can expand and be locally destructive. Dentigerous cysts form in the oral cavity and are commonly diagnosed in dogs, and less commonly in cats.
Dental diseases including gingivitis, periodontitis, tooth resorption and stomatitis are common in cats. Studies show that up to 67 percent of cats may be affected by tooth resorption during their lifetime, most notably during middle age.
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Periodontal disease is the most common disease afflicting our companion pets. Although our canine friends are living much longer lives due to advancements in veterinary medicine, our pet’s teeth are often neglected.
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Caring for our pet’s teeth is not unlike caring for our human teeth. By the age of three, 70% of cats and 80% of dogs have some form of periodontal disease. Starting with a clean slate is the best way to begin oral...
We all love to feed our dogs, and they love it too. It’s part of what forms the bond between us and our dogs. And if we can feed our canine companions while giving them dental benefits at the same time, what an...
Detecting oral pain in our pets can be a challenge. That’s because dogs are good at hiding any outward signs that would show they are in pain. Our health care professionals have the luxury of hearing from us when something is painful, but...
If you have a cat in your life, or are a cat enthusiast, you know well how communicative a feline can be through various noises they make. The vocalizations that come from your friend while she is watching a bird, ready to eat,...
By definition, a fistula is a communication between 2 different spaces. We can hink about a fistula like a hole in a wall that allows you to see through the wall into the next room. Oronasal fistulas are abnormal communications, or holes, between...