Periodontal disease is the most common and most overlooked health problem in dogs and cats, and it is one of the leading reasons dog and cat tooth extractions become necessary. Many pets continue eating and acting “normal” even when they have severe oral pain. As...
If you’ve noticed that your pet’s breath has gotten bad, it’s time to get their mouth and teeth checked out. Many pet owners assume bad breath is just something that happens over time, but it can be one of the first signs of dental disease...
At Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery in Colorado Springs, Colorado, we frequently see dogs who appear healthy but are living with hidden dental problems. The only way to find these problems is most often under general anesthesia. Only then can we complete a thorough...
Abnormalities in a pet’s mouth are not unusual findings; however, determining the cause is almost never as easy as taking a quick peek. Although there are many different causes for oral masses, almost all growths in the mouth look the same on the surface, regardless...
If you are preparing for your pet’s upcoming dental cleaning or oral surgery, you may be wondering what pet dental procedures look like, especially when anesthesia is involved. At Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery, we understand that putting your dog or cat under anesthesia...
When your pet suffers a facial or jaw injury, it can be scary to see them struggle to eat, yawn, or even open their mouth. The good news? Modern pet jaw fracture treatment options allow many of these injuries to be successfully repaired and healed...
As a board-certified veterinary dentist, one of the most common things I hear from pet owners is, “But they’re still eating. How could they be in pain?” The truth is, our pets are experts at hiding discomfort, especially when it comes to their mouths. Understanding...
When your dog or cat develops dental or jaw problems, the signs are often subtle: bad breath, pawing at the mouth, drooling, or reluctance to eat hard food. Yet beneath those clues, there may be hidden disease such as fractured roots, abscesses, or bone loss...
As a dog owner, nothing is more distressing than seeing your dog in pain—especially when the cause may be something as serious as a broken jaw in dogs. Whether from a fall, trauma, a car accident, or even underlying dental disease, a jaw fracture can...
As a board-certified veterinary dentist, I often hear this question from caring pet parents: “Is my pet too old for anesthesia?” It’s a fair concern—especially if you share your home with a beloved senior dog or cat. The good news is that age alone doesn’t determine whether...