Maintaining good dental hygiene is essential for the overall health and well-being of our beloved pets. Two common terms often heard in discussions about pet dental care are tartar and plaque. While they may sound similar, they are distinct issues that can impact your pet's...
Dental X-rays, also known as dental radiographs, play a crucial role in veterinary dentistry. Indeed, a thorough evaluation of the oral cavity is only feasible with intra-oral dental radiographs or more advanced imaging called cone-beam CT imaging. The latter is often referred to as a...
As devoted pet owners, it is our responsibility to ensure the health and well-being of our furry companions. One aspect of their health that often goes unnoticed until it becomes a significant problem is oral health. Just like humans, dogs can experience oral pain, and...
Dry mouth (xerostomia) is a medical condition caused by decreased production of saliva. Numerous salivary glands contribute to salivary flow, which functions to cleanse the teeth, provide moisture to the oral cavity, lubricate food for swallowing, and helps maintain a normal pH balance...
It can mean many different things when we say a dog or a cat has a tooth abscess. Oxford defines an abscess as “a swollen area in a body tissue containing pus.” While an abscess always results from a bacterial infection, not all...
How does a veterinarian become a board-certified veterinary dentist? It is a bit of a long answer that I will try to condense in a few paragraphs. First and foremost, a veterinarian must be passionate about and firmly believe in the tenants of veterinary dentistry.
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Our team at Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery in Loveland understand that your pets are an important part of the family, and their oral health care needs are a top priority. Have you ever wondered if pet health insurance is right for you?
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Did you know your cat spends up to half of her waking hours grooming? Cats love to look and feel their best by cleaning themselves often, and their tongues are amazingly effective tools in this process. Scientists have only recently discovered just how incredible the...
Oral health is essential for us as well as our companion pets. The oral cavity involves not only the teeth but also the tongue, gingiva, oral mucosa, hard palate, and jawbones. It receives food and sets up the stage for proper digestion. In dogs...
Cats are wonderful, furry creatures with a lot of love to share and very unique personalities. Some cats enjoy physical interaction, but others less so. It can provide a challenge to respect boundaries if the feline is prone to overstimulation or if there are underlying...