Juvenile dentistry in dogs and cats
The incidence and severity of many oral problems (e.g.periodontal disease) increase with age; however young animals can also suffer from oral or dental disorders.
Oral disease in dogs and cats
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Oral neoplasia
Oral cancer is frequently encountered in both feline and canine patients; dogs are more often affected than cats...
How I approach… Fractures of the maxilla and mandible in cats
Jaw fractures account for 5-7% of all fractures in cats and are frequently caused by car accidents or by falls from a height.
Epidemiology of periodontal disease in older cats
Oral cavity disease is the most prevalent diagnosis in both dogs and cats.
Systemic implications of periodontal disease
Periodontal disease is the most common infectious disease found in small animals with a prevalence that approaches 80%.
Fillings, crowns, and implants
Damaged teeth are common but often go unnoticed, or the consequences are ignored or at best underestimated.
Veterinary dental radiology – an overview
Dental care is necessary to promote optimal health and quality of life, but the most visible part of the tooth...
Dental disease in dogs and cats
Detection of dental disease requires an initial oral examination, followed by a definitive oral examination under general anesthesia.
The VOHC Seal: what does it mean?
An independent method has been developed that delivers an impartial assessment of the efficacy of products that claim to help reduce dental plaque or calculus in our pets, as Ana Nemec describes.