When we think about dental health in animals, the most common association is with bad breath or tartar. But the reality is that veterinary dentistry goes far beyond that. It is a specialized medical discipline that requires training, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatments. We are used to hearing many comments that, while understandable, don’t always reflect […]
Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience. When this pain affects the oral cavity—including the teeth, tongue, gums, and bone structures—it is referred to as orofacial pain. Orofacial pain can cause significant discomfort and have negative physiological effects that directly impact our patients’ quality of life. These effects are especially evident in […]
Dental trauma is more common in dogs than we usually imagine. A bad jump, a fall during play, a hit with a hard object, or even a fight with another animal can cause significant damage to their teeth—especially the canines, which are more exposed. In many cases, the fracture doesn’t just affect the visible part […]
Oral health in dogs and cats is essential to their overall well-being, and when neglected, it can lead to a range of health problems that go far beyond the mouth. The oral health of dogs and cats has a direct impact on their quality of life. That’s why it’s crucial to take care of their […]
Enamel hypoplasia is a dental condition that affects the structure and appearance of the teeth, characterized by depressions on the tooth surface due to the absence of enamel. This lack of enamel leaves the dentin exposed, which contains microscopic tubules through which bacteria can penetrate into the pulp canal. These defects may appear in isolated […]
Pain is an experience that affects both humans and animals. However, identifying and treating pain in animals presents an additional challenge due to their inability to communicate verbally. In animals, pain is defined as a sensory and emotional response to injury, illness, or bodily dysfunction. As in humans, it can be classified as acute or […]
If your dog shows gum thickening or excessive gum growth, it is likely a case of gingival overgrowth. This abnormal increase in the number of cells occurs as a result of chronic inflammation, although the cells still retain normal structure and morphology. Gingival overgrowth often leads to the formation of pseudopockets, since the overgrown gingival […]
Keratitis, or inflammation of the cornea, is a common ophthalmological condition in animals that, if not properly treated, can affect their vision and quality of life. This disorder, frequently seen in dogs and cats, can also affect other mammals, birds, and even reptiles. Sometimes, keratitis has a primary origin (such as viral or autoimmune conditions), […]
A sialocele, also known as a salivary mucocele, is a dental condition that affects dogs and cats, characterized by the abnormal accumulation of saliva in the soft tissues near the salivary glands or their ducts. This accumulation occurs when saliva leaks from a salivary duct or gland capsule into the subcutaneous or submucosal tissue. This […]
Uveitis is an inflammation that affects the vascular layer of the eyeball, known as the uvea, which is made up of the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. This inflammation may also extend to other parts of the eye, such as the cornea, optic nerve, blood vessels, and retina. This condition can occur in both dogs […]
