Greyhounds have rather unique dental problems. The receding gum that progresses with age often results in root exposure, and is common in our Greyhound Rescue dogs presented for Adoption. The bacterial load on the tooth gum margin often results in tartar and plaque on a greyhound’s teeth which, if not removed, will results in gingivitis…
80 % of Greyhounds will have dental disease buy the age of Two. The veterinary dentists for Greyhounds recommend basic oral cleaning. . About 15 seconds of wiping the tooth gum margin make a big difference! Signs of Greyhound dental disease include; Bad breath Redness of the gums and Discoloration of teeth BELOW: Getting our…
Gingival hyperplasia refers to the pathological growth of excess gum tissue as a result of (Dr Phil suspects) periodontal diseae . See the picture below: There are some breeds that are more commonly affected to gingival hyperplasia Like the Great Dane, Doberman and Boxers . So Why the Gum growth ? As the frpreiodindal pocket…
The aim of our veterinary dentist is a mouth free of pain and infection. An infected mouth leads to pain and not being healthy, with bacteria getting into the blood stream and affecting the liver, kidneys and heart. Quoting Veterinary Dental Specialist Dr Holmstrom “Quality of life is also important issue for geriatric patients. Allowing…
How long does it take to get an appointment with the Dentistry veterinarian? A Usually with in 72 hours Do I have to have a referral n in order to be able to make an appointment with the vet Dentist? No, not needed How long will the receiving appointment take? The appointment will take 30…
Flea Control Fleas are most often seen during the warmer months but as we keep our homes nice and warm throughout winter, we see fleas all year round. Only a small part of the adult flea population actually lives on your pet. The fleas’ eggs and larvae live in the environment and can survive for…
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) – by Dr Phil Sacks Both viruses have been around relatively similar time frames (HIV since 1981 FIV isolated first in1987) Both affects similar cell types The disease course has a similar time progression And also similar clinical signs and outcome The hallmark of FIV infection is progressive disruption of immune…
Feline odontoclastic resorption lesions – FORL’s are a common and painful condition, seen by cat dentists, in domestic cats. Cat dental studies have shown over 50% of adult cats develop tooth resorption. The teeth become functionally destroyed, and painful as a result of tooth resorption. These feline dental lesions were originally called feline odontoclastic resorption lesions or neck lesions, and cat dental “cavities” because…
Feline dental disease – Feline Dental Dilemmas Cats with dental disease will still usually eat with very painful mouths ! The following two syndromes are unique to cats because of their unique immune systems Feline Gingivitis – Stomatitis Gingivitis and Stomatitis Diagnosis – A veterinary dentist would consider the following: evaluation of the oral cavity…
As many readers of Felines will be aware, this disease occurs sporadically, and is usually fatal. This article is quite technical, and should be kept as a reference for time when your pet is thought to have FIP, so that the interested cat owner can understand what is happening to its pet, and why laboratory…