There are a number of inflammatory diseases that affect the mouth – and unfortunately they can be very painful for those pets affected.
These diseases are difficult to address, because in general the underlying problems that lead to them are not completely understood.
If your pet is affected by one of these diseases it is important that they are managed appropriately, as one of the unfortunate cornerstones of these disease is pain. They can be some of the most painful diseases we have to deal with in Veterinary Dentistry.
Further Information
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Canine Chronic Ulcerative Stomatitis (CCUS)
This chronic and painful oral disease is characterised by severe, debilitating and protracted oral inflammation and ulceration in dogs. CCUS is one of the most frequently misdiagnosed oral conditions we see in dogs. Unfortunately, many patients are managed for an extended period of time as if they have periodontal disease.Â
Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis (FCGS)
This chronic feline oral disease is a commonly occurring, complex syndrome. It is characterised by often severe, debilitating and protracted oral inflammation in cats. The cause of the condition remains unknown and may be multifactorial. It is clear that cats with feline chronic gingivostomatitis have an inappropriate immune response to an inciting trigger. The specific trigger or triggers may be different amongst cats. Â
Juvenile Gingivitis – Periodontitis
There are numerous oral inflammatory conditions that may affect our feline patients. Young cats may suffer with several inflammatory conditions including juvenile gingivitis, hyperplastic gingivitis and juvenile periodontitis – these may well be different stages or presentations of the same disease process.Â
Extensive (Full mouth) Extractions
Full Mouth Extractions:Â
Have you been given the news that your pet may require extraction or most or all of their teeth? This can be an overwhelming prospect, it is completely normal to require re-assurance prior to making the decision to have this treatment performed. Â