Are raw marrow bones ok for dogs? At Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery, this is a question we hear a lot. Certain pet food companies have done a good job bombarding us with the notion that dogs are still basically wolves.
Medical visits can be stress-inducing for numerous species, including our canine companions. Anxiety can lead to unruly behaviors that may impede a thorough physical exam. Fortunately, there are options for how to calm your dog’s anxiety at the vet.
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Oral cancer accounts for 6 percent of all tumors in dogs. Approximately 45 percent of oral tumors in the dog are malignant. Oral masses should always have an evaluation due to the high rate of malignancy.
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Periodontal disease is the inflammation and infection of the tissues around the tooth. When untreated, this can be cause for a dog or cat to lose one, multiple or even ALL their remaining teeth. At Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery, a common...
Vital pulp therapy (VPT) is a treatment that aims to preserve and maintain tooth structure as an alternative to extraction or root canal therapy. Through the use of sterile instruments, vital pulp therapy removes a small amount of pulpal tissue.
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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....
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.
Mouth ulcers are a painful oral condition that appear as sores on the gums, lips, tongue and inner cheeks. They are also known as mucositis or inflammation of the oral mucosa. Ulcers may be isolated, or they may be associated with the teeth if underlying...
When it comes to feeding a dog with no teeth, thoughtful preparation and patient care are essential. If your dog is missing her teeth, there is no reason why she should have trouble getting enough nutritious food. Various options exist for feeding your toothless dog, and...
Periodontal disease is one of the most common afflictions seen in companion pets. Teeth and the tissue that surrounds them (gingiva, tooth socket, etc.) can easily become infected. Daily oral home care in the form of tooth brushing, oral rinses, and dental treats are...