Dental Disease
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Broken Teeth Break Our Hearts
Apr 30 2022
Our pet of the month for April is Clover! Clover is a Goldendoodle that loves dressing up, treats and chewies. Unfortunately, one of these caused her veterinarian to recommend surgery.…
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BABY CANINE TEETH – What Happens When They Stay Too Long, or Point in the Wrong Direction?
Jan 30 2022
Tooth development in dogs and cats is similar to that in people. The baby, or deciduous teeth, come in first, and the adult tooth then develops below the gum. If…
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Disappearing Teeth – do you know about resorptive lesions in cats?
Aug 22 2021
For August, our Pets of the Month are Luna and Mia! These two sweet kitties are sisters and share many things, including a dental condition called tooth resorption. Tooth resorption…
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How a Healthy Mouth Can Change Your Pet’s Life
Sep 27 2020
Most all of you pet owners know that taking care of your pet’s teeth can make a difference. Just like in people, a healthy mouth requires regular home care, and…
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Dental Care Starts at an Early Age
Nov 06 2019
Lili is a sweet Havanese mix puppy who came to Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital soon after her family adopted her at 10 months old. She had received minimal veterinary care…
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Old Dogs, New Tricks: When Slowing Down isn’t Old Age
Jul 20 2019
Lily is a 15-year-old athletic hound mix. She has always been very fit and loves going on long hikes with her owners. As Lily has aged, she has shown very…
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Why Oral Exams Under Anesthesia Matter
May 25 2019
Spike is our pet of the month for May. He is a 7 year old Chihuahua mix. He is a very sweet boy and very cooperative for his exams at…
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Dental Stars Inside Look!
Feb 13 2018
In appreciation of Dental Heath Month we want to celebrate with our clients and their pets! This is an inside look for the dental procedures featured in our Dental Stars…
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Why Examinations Matter – Could You Be Missing Dental Disease in Your Pet?
Feb 07 2018
February is National Pet Dental Health Month! Most people recognize the benefits of a healthy mouth for themselves and follow regular preventive care such as: brushing your teeth after eating,…
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The Role Dental X-rays Can Play Into Your Pet’s Health.
Dec 19 2017
Gracie is a sweet and loving dog that was adopted about one year ago. She is a Maltese/Terrier mix that has been a joyful addition to her family. At Hawthorne…