Addressing risks and finding solutions to malocclusions in dogs and catsAugust 19, 2024Just like humans, pets can develop malocclusions that require treatment if the malocclusion is causing discomfort. Early evaluation of the teeth and jaws allows for early detection of malocclusions and developmental abnormalities.
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Advise clients 'durable' treats are not worth the risk of tooth fractures, tissue injuriesJuly 19, 2024A long-lasting treat that allows for less trips to the pet store or fewer online orders may be causing harm to the teeth and jaws.
Breaking the habit of chewing sticksJune 12, 2024Dogs and sticks are a natural combination: they go together like milk and cookies. However, sticks can be sharp, and even those that do not start off as sharp can become sharp when gnawed, and can pose heath risks to pets.
Tips to build your dental suite operatoryJune 10, 2024Similar to other large purchases, you need to start out with an idea of what features are necessary, which extras to consider, and the budget to work with when building your dental suite.
A step-by-step guide to surgical extraction of the maxillary fourth premolarMay 19, 2024Follow these step-by-step instructions to help minimize complications in extraction of firmly rooted maxillary fourth premolars.
Treating alveolar bone expansionApril 23, 2024Alveolar bone expansion sometimes occurs in areas of periodontal pocketing and vertical bone loss. Alternatively, it may be a reaction to the inflammation associated with periodontitis.
Periodontal instrumentation: How to properly scale and polish teethMarch 17, 2024This month's column features hand instrumentation and proper polishing that should occur after every dental scaling.
Periodontal instrumentation: How to properly clean teethFebruary 20, 2024Though ultrasonic scalers are very helpful tools, you will also need to have hand scalers and curettes in your armamentarium.
Treating periodontitis, gingivitis target of clinical trialFebruary 18, 2024The Topikos Biofilm Research Institute (TBRI) has reported an advancement in the treatment of periodontitis resulting from a five-year laboratory study and a clinical trial of over 100 dogs
Fixing salivary mucoceles in dogs and catsFebruary 16, 2024Surgical treatment offers a reliable, permanent solution for our patients. As with many conditions, successful outcome relies on accurate diagnosis, knowledge of relevant anatomy, and managing client expectations.
