At Home Pet Dental Care
Oral disease is the #1 health problem diagnosed in dogs and cats. You can help keep your pet’s teeth strong and healthy at home – and positively impact their overall health – with these tips for home dental care and …
Pet Dental Care
Dogs Prone to Dental Disease
Size does matter when it comes to dental disease in dogs. Unfortunately, small breed dogs get dental disease earlier and worse. However, some large breeds like greyhounds are also predisposed to dental disease too Small and large dogs differ in …
Dental Services at AMC
Periodontal disease (gum disease) is the most common disease occurring in dogs and cats. It is progressive. It can be slowed but not reversed. Regular dental care can prevent this. Animal Medical Clinic has a full service Dental Care Center …
Signs of Pet Dental Disease
Gum disease is usually silent. Pets don’t always show obvious signs of dental pain in the beginning and often can still eat even if their mouth is painful. If your pet has bad breath, that means there is infection in its …
National Pet Dental Health Month
February is Pet Dental Health Month, and it’s a perfect time to start the year off right by providing good dental care for your pet. Dental or periodontal disease can lead to many serious health and medical issues if left …
Dental Disease…close up…
Dental disease comes in different degrees of severity, based on the amount of plaque, tartar, gingivitis and periodontal disease that are present. We grade the severity of disease on a scale of 1 to 4, with 4 being the worst. The …
How Dental Disease Can Affect Your Pets Organs
Periodontal disease affects more than just the mouth. It can negatively affect a pet’s organs as well. The formation of plaque on teeth leads not only to calculus or tartar buildup but also to gingivitis. And if gingivitis is left …
Dental X-Rays
When you take your pet in for his or her annual dental cleaning, your veterinarian or veterinary technician may make a recommendation to take radiographs, or x-rays, of your pet’s teeth based on the initial oral examination. Since dental disease …