More than two-thirds of cats over the age of three have some degree of dental disease. Oral health problems are among the most common conditions veterinarians diagnose in cats, yet they can often go unnoticed until the disease has advanced. In this blog, we’ll discuss how...
We are often asked if pre-surgical bloodwork is required before a dental procedure. It’s a fair question and an important one. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork for pets is one of the most critical steps we take to ensure your pet’s safety before any oral surgery or procedure....
When it comes to keeping pets healthy, dental care can often be overlooked. Many pet owners are unaware that anesthesia is a routine and essential part of veterinary dentistry. Pets don't understand what’s happening during a dental procedure, and they can’t be asked to sit...
Dogs’ teeth are similar to human teeth. Puppies develop baby teeth first, which are later replaced by adult teeth. Each tooth contains three main layers: enamel on the outside, dentin in the middle, and pulp at the very center. Enamel covers the crown of the tooth,...
A broken tooth is a very common dental problem for a dog. Dogs explore the world with their mouths and love to chew and because of this, their teeth can become fractured in several different ways. If you notice a broken tooth in your dog’s mouth,...
Winter is fading into spring in Alabama, and many Birmingham residents are starting to feel that familiar seasonal shift. The days are getting longer, the temperatures are starting to creep up, and the trees begin to turn green once again. Of course, if you live...
It can be unsettling to notice something out of the ordinary in your pet’s mouth, even more so when it involves bleeding, swelling, or bumps. Some changes in the mouth can be minor, but others can be more serious and require prompt evaluation. At Animal...
When your pet has oral surgery, proper care at home plays a large part in a comfortable and smooth pet oral surgery recovery. At Animal Dental Specialists in Pelham, our goal is to make the process as straightforward as possible. Before you take your pet...
Many pet owners take their pet’s dental health for granted—until there’s a problem. You might notice bad breath, a broken tooth, or red gums and think it’s just part of aging, but the truth is that dental disease is one of the most common and...
If you’ve noticed your cat drooling, pawing at their mouth, or suddenly refusing food, it may not just be a picky eating phase. These can be signs of a painful condition called feline stomatitis. Cats with stomatitis want to eat but are often in too...