Indications and complications of cheek teeth extractions in equinesSeptember 22, 2016Removing equine cheek teeth is occasionally required in general equine practice. Common indications for extraction include periodontal disease, fracture of a tooth, fracture of the mandible through the alveolus or tooth, periapical tooth root abscess with or without associated sinusitis or cutaneous fistulation, and, less commonly, neoplasia.
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VOHC on oral health pet productsSeptember 2, 2016A study of more than 39,000 canine and 14,000 feline visits to general practices revealed oral disease to be the most common ailment in every age group. Therefore, it shouldn’t be surprising that one of the most common questions I receive from pet owners and referring veterinarians is, “What oral health care products and chews do you recommend?”
How to save a canine toothAugust 2, 2016I recently had the rare opportunity to replace an avulsed tooth. A 4-year-old Irish setter got into a scuffle with another dog. The owner noted bleeding from the mouth and an intact canine tooth on the floor.
Dog found with teeth growing out of earsJune 29, 2016It’s a sight one doesn’t see every day: A dog with what looked like four ears, and teeth growing out of her head. The dog, now named Esmeralda, was a stray and brought into the Oklahoma City (OKC) Animal Welfare in Oklahoma City, Okla.
7 phrases that can kill dental complianceMay 17, 2016After diagnosing a dog’s Grade 3 dental disease, the veterinarian told the pet owner, “The receptionist will give you an estimate for the procedure when you check out.”
