By the time most owners
recognize oral disease in their pets, the problem is chronic and progressive.
Not exact matches
«Dentists are well placed to offer rapid HIV testing because they're located throughout the community, have ongoing relationships with their patients, and have the necessary training and expertise to
recognize systemic
diseases that have
oral manifestations, such as HIV / AIDS,» says the study's lead author, Dr Anthony Santella of the University of Sydney.
As an internationally
recognized expert on chelation therapy, Dr. Gordon is now attempting to establish standards for the proper use of
oral and intravenous chelation therapy as an adjunct therapy for all
diseases.
Recognizing the importance of maintaining the
oral and dental health of pets, The Sunnyside Pet Healthcare Center operates a dental suite for general exams, dental cleanings, extractions of
diseased teeth, and radiology services to examine areas of the mouth that can not be seen during a general exam.
Other symptoms of
oral disease in pets that owners often fail to
recognize include chronic eye infections, frequent sneezing, nasal discharge and chewing on one side of the mouth.
Often enough,
oral disease progresses faster than is
recognized and
oral surgery, to remove significantly
diseased teeth, is the only option.
A good start to
oral health care for your pet is for pet owners to
recognize the signs of
oral and dental
disease in your pet: