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• Prevención de placa y sarro en gatos

  Contenido en español actualizado.
  Translated from the original English article Plaque and Tartar Prevention in Cats

• Prevención de placa y sarro en perros

  Contenido en español actualizado.
  Translated from the original English article Plaque and Tartar Prevention in Dogs

• Reabsorción dental en gatos

  Contenido en español actualizado.
  Translated from the original English article Tooth Resorption in Cats

• Reabsorción dental en perros

  Contenido en español actualizado.
  Translated from the original English article Tooth Resorption in Dogs

• Risks of Anesthesia-Free Dental Procedures

  Anesthesia-free dentistry is commonly offered at pet stores and grooming facilities. It is more limited than veterinary dentistry, and often a higher-stress option with more potential for injury from sharp instruments. Dental cleanings should only be performed while your pet is under anesthesia. Your veterinarian will customize your pet's anesthetic plan for your pet's overall health.

• Successful Toothbrushing: Training for Happy Dental Care

  Many pets are sensitive to being restrained for grooming. With slow progress and positive rewards, your pet can learn to accept or even enjoy having their teeth cleaned.

• Sugar Gliders: Common Diseases

  Sugar gliders have become popular pets over the last decade. There are several well-known diseases or conditions that owners of sugar gliders should be aware of. Tooth decay from tartar build-up can lead to tooth root abscesses. Improper diets can lead to low blood calcium, obesity, and tooth decay. Intestinal problems may be caused by an improper diet, a bacterial infection, or a flagellated protozoal infection. It is essential to consult a veterinarian familiar with sugar gliders to select a proper diet and keep your sugar glider healthy.

• Teeth, Teething and Chewing in Puppies

  Teething in puppies lasts from about 3 to 6 weeks of age and again from 12 to 24 weeks of age. Safe chew toys are an important source of energy release, but if puppies are not stimulated sufficiently, or supervised carefully, they will chew elsewhere. Occasionally, retained baby teeth or other dental abnormalities can occur that need to be addressed by your veterinarian. It is important to get your puppy used to having their mouth manipulated for exams and teeth brushing.

• The Importance of Dental X-Rays in Dogs

  Dental X-rays in dogs are similar to those taken in humans. In many cases, intraoral (within the mouth) dental X-rays are necessary to identify and treat dental problems in your dog. Nearly two-thirds of each tooth is located under the gum line. Your dog will need to be anesthetized to accurately place the X-ray sensor and perform a thorough oral assessment, treatment, and prevention procedures.

• Tooth Resorption in Dogs

  Tooth resorption in dogs is a painful condition with no known cause. It is categorized into two types with subcategories of each: internal or external. Tooth resorption is usually only visible on intraoral radiographs. Although the premolars of the lower jaw are most affected, lesions can be found affecting any tooth. Signs and treatment are discussed.