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...
Shopping for pet toys is always fun, whether it be for dogs or cats! Squeaking, crinkling, jingling, or bouncing seems to be a big part of the decision making process. One factor you might not consider with buying a toy or chew is...
Oral Neoplasia (cancer) accounts for 10% of all tumors in cats. Approximately 90% of oral tumors in the cat are malignant. If you discover an oral mass in your kitty’s mouth, you should always bring her in for an evaluation due to their...
While many pet owners may assume periodontal (advanced gum) disease is most common in senior pets, the reality is that it affects more than 80% of dogs and 70% of cats over three years of age. And in most...
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....
Providing routine oral care for pets is essential to their long-term health and wellbeing. While some owners can brush their pet’s teeth every day, others are not able to for reasons beyond their control. Although daily brushing is very important for the oral health...
Have you taken a look inside your cat’s mouth lately? Around 70% of cats have periodontal disease by age two. Periodontal disease is caused by an excess of plaque build-up on your cat’s teeth and gums. Bacteria in the plaque creates a dangerous situation...
The number one thing to realize concerning the detection of oral pain in our pets is that both dogs and cats do a great job of hiding their pain. In the face of oral pain, dogs and cats will often continue to eat well and...
Feline dentistry is a unique and often challenging part of veterinary dentistry. Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery’s dental training center offers a full day course in feline dentistry which builds upon the Introduction to Veterinary Dentistry and Radiology and Introduction to Veterinary...
As we all know, our teeth don’t brush themselves, and neither will our pets’! Dental care for our pets comes with lots of benefits for us and our beloved fur babies. Our team at Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery in Loveland believe healthy teeth...