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...
A “chipped” tooth is a term used to describe a crown fracture in which the outer layer (enamel) of your dog’s tooth has been fractured, exposing the underlying dentin. To some, these “chip” fractures may seem insignificant, however, this is often not the...
Fractured or discolored teeth are one of the most common problems diagnosed in dogs and cats when a veterinarian performs an oral exam. These injuries are almost always painful for the pet and the teeth are often accompanied...
Jaw fractures occur in a split second and are always traumatic for both the pet and the pet owner. A broken jaw may involve both the maxilla (upper jaw) or mandible (lower jaws), however, they...
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...
Your pet has found the chew toy or bone of his dreams. Hours pass, then days, and you start to wonder: how much chewing is too much?
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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...
Of course, seeing your dog’s teeth “clickety-clack” can be funny. Your first instinct may be to grab a blanket and wrap your furry friend in warmth, because our human teeth chatter when we’re cold. While a low body temperature may also be the cause of...
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...
Most dogs can’t resist the rubbery chewiness and fuzzy texture of a tennis ball, but are tennis balls actually a safe chew toy for your dog? While opinions are mixed on the subject, our team at Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery in Loveland...