Pet Owner Resources

What exactly does a veterinary dentist do?

When serious oral problems in pets arise, they often require more than a routine check-up to address them effectively. That’s where a veterinary dentist comes in.

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Brushing your dog’s teeth – what you need to know

Brushing your dog’s teeth can be a simple process inserted into your daily routine that will prevent pain and other health issues that often go unnoticed until it’s too late.

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Oronasal Fistula

A connection between the mouth and nasal cavities, often due to advanced periodontal disease, requires surgical repair to prevent chronic nasal irritation and infection.

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Gingival Enlargement

A condition involving excessive gum tissue growth in pets that leads to discomfort, difficulty eating and other dental issues. It is treated with surgical removal.

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Oral Masses

Swellings in pets’ mouths may be benign or malignant, requiring evaluation and biopsy. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment varies from simple removal to more extensive surgery.

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Linguoverted Canine Teeth

A condition that occurs when a dog’s lower canines misalign and strike the soft tissue of the upper jaw, causing chronic pain and potentially severe oral damage.

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Persistent Deciduous Teeth

When a dog’s baby teeth fail to fall out, it can cause improper alignment of adult teeth, increasing the risk of malocclusion and gum disease.

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Mandibular Canine Extractions

This surgical procedure involves removing a pet’s lower canine teeth, typically to address issues like malocclusion, fractured teeth or advanced periodontal disease.

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Ball Therapy

Encouraging play with a firm, appropriately sized ball to apply pressure on developing teeth, potentially correcting misaligned canines and preventing future issues.

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