Dog teeth cleaning: what happens at a dental visit
A dog teeth cleaning at the veterinary hospital looks a lot like your own visit to the dentist, with one big difference: your dog sleeps…
Pet Dental Care
Periodontal disease, cleanings and the dental problems we see most, plus how often your pet’s teeth need professional care.
Dental Neck Lesions
(Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions) Feline dental neck lesions are a dental disorder in which portions of the teeth dissolve or are resorbed at the…
Enamel Hypoplasia
Enamel hypoplasia refers to incomplete development of the enamel of the tooth. The enamel of permanent teeth is formed during your pet’s first 5 months of…
Periodontal Disease
So we’ve discussed gingivitis and periodontal disease. But what exactly is it? How do I know if my pet has it? As they say, a picture’s worth a thousand…
Retained Deciduous Teeth
The deciduous (baby or temporary) teeth are smaller than the permanent teeth. As the animal grows and the jaw becomes larger, the baby teeth are shed.
Stomatitis
Stomatitis in Cats (Plasmacytic-Lymphocytic Gingivitis) Stomatitis in cats, also known as plasmacytic-lymphocytic gingivitis, is inflammation of the mouth.
What can I do at home to keep my pet’s teeth clean?
The prevention of dental disease is quite simple. First, look at your pet’s teeth! If you see yellow or brown material adhered to the teeth or smell a foul…
Why should I have my pet’s teeth cleaned? How Often?
Dental disease is the number one problem facing dogs and cats two years and older. 85% of all pets by this age will have some degree of gum disease and…
