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Did you know that gum health is just important in dogs as it is in humans? Your dog’s gums can...

At Montana Pet Dental and Oral Surgery, we know that jaw fractures can be just as traumatic for dogs as...

Did you know that a dog tooth extraction is one of the most common veterinary surgical procedures? As vet dentists,...

Giving your dog a healthy diet is an essential part of ensuring they live a long, happy life. But what...

When you think about keeping your pet healthy, your cat’s dental health likely isn’t the first thing that comes to...

Many dental issues require a tooth extraction as treatment, and most cats need to have one or more teeth extracted...

Our dogs rely on us to keep them happy and healthy. But oral health often gets overlooked in our canine...

What is Tooth Resorption in Cats and How is it Treated?   If you’re a cat owner, chances are you’ve...

Canine root canal therapy is a treatment that removes the dead or infected pulp from the hollow space inside the...

Some people wonder if anesthesia-free dog or cat teeth cleanings are a good choice for dental care for their pets....

While most dogs don’t have any trouble at all after extractions, just like humans, pets can use some rest and...

Your dog’s dental health is just as important as your own. One of the best ways to ensure your dog...

Have you ever heard of the term COHAT? If you have no idea what that means, you’re not alone. COHAT...

Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth Did you know that two thirds of dogs older than three years old have periodontal disease?...

Should I brush my cat’s teeth? The short answer is, yes. Over 50% of all cats over the age of...

Stomatitis, also known as Lymphocytic Plasmacytic Stomatitis/Faucitis or Ulcerative Stomatitis, is a painful disease characterized by severe and widespread inflammation...

Cats start out with 30 adult teeth, including 12 incisors, 4 canines (fangs) 10 premolars, and 4 molars. Most cats...

A discolored dog tooth can be extremely concerning for pet owners, and for good reason. A yellow, black, or otherwise...

Fractured or broken teeth are a very common problem in pets, especially dogs, who will often put just about anything...

An abscessed dog tooth is an infection that typically occurs near the end of the root of a tooth. The...