Category: Veterinary Dentistry

Norwalk Animal Hospital Client Education Article

Periodontitis

Periodontitis Periodontitis is an extension of gingivitis. As the amount of infection (gingivitis) increases and subsequently travels towards the roots of the tooth it becomes

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Periodontal Disease

Periodontal Disease Most of the premolars in the dog have a wide diastema or space between their teeth while there is very little space between

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Gum Disease

Gum Disease Research indicates that greater than 80% of dogs and greater than 70% of cats over the age of three show some sort of

Norwalk Animal Hospital Client Education Article

Tooth Extractions

Tooth Extractions The extraction of a tooth in the dog and cat may be necessary but can be very difficult to perform without damaging the

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Dental Radiographs

Dental Radiographs Dental care should be a regular part of your pet’s daily routine. I want to remind you to “lift the upper lips” of

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Dental and Mouth Problems

Dental and Mouth Problems One of the primary influences on a pet’s health is determined by the genetic code. An example of a genetically controlled

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Dental Care

Dental Care There are 42 adult teeth in the dog and 30 adult teeth in the cat. As a result of domestication and commercially prepared

Norwalk Animal Hospital Client Education Article

Deciduous Teeth

Deciduous Teeth Deciduous teeth or baby teeth are present in both dogs and cats. Normally, starting at approximately 3 months of age, they begin to

Norwalk Animal Hospital Client Education Article

Cavities

Cavities Do animals get cavities? Yes they do, but not very often in the dog. This is due to the lack of sweets in their