Cats are fickle animals. Often going long periods of time without intervention for their health, but this does not always mean there are not any hidden issues. We hear it every day; I had no idea my cat’s mouth looked like this. Even myself, as a...
Here are the top 10 reasons why people often neglect their pet's oral health: 1. Lack of Awareness Many pet owners are simply unaware of the importance of oral hygiene for pets. Unlike humans, pets don’t naturally show their dental problems, and many people don't realize that...
As a Veterinary Dental Specialist (TM), I am amazed at what I see on a day-in-day-out basis. Some days, the obvious occurs: a tooth is broken and causes terrible pain to the pet because it's abscessed. Another obvious one is gingival inflammation related to advanced...
We perform a lot of oral surgery, and most of these are surgical extractions. Many clients ask if they should have their dog or cat on antibiotics after the extraction to prevent secondary infection. This is a valid request and it comes with a different...
Dr. Greenfield recently wrote an article for DVM360.com. We wanted to share the article on our blog to keep you informed about discolored pet teeth. You can read the entire article by clicking here. What to Do When You See a Tooth of a Different Color If...