Dental dISEASE

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Did you know that some form of dental disease in dogs affects 80% of our beloved canine companions by the age of two years? Integrative veterinarian, Dr. Julie Buzby, teams up with veterinary dental specialist, Dr. Heidi Lobprise, to explain the causes, treatment, and prevention of dental disease (i.e. periodontal disease in dogs).

A dog tooth abscess can be painful for your canine companion. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains how tooth root abscesses occur, symptoms to watch for, and what your vet can do to get your pup feeling better in no time.

While you love your dog, bad breath can make even the most dedicated dog parent flinch a bit. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains why dogs have bad breath, how to get rid of bad dog breath, and what you can do to prevent your dog from developing bad breath.

Red gums in dogs can point to a variety of health issues, from dental disease to life-threatening heat stroke. To help you have a better idea of what to do if you notice your dog has red gums, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the nine most common causes of red gums and what they could mean for your dear dog.

If you’re the parent of a senior dog, tooth extraction is probably something you hope never needs to be part of your dog’s oral health plan. However, sometimes it is unavoidable. To help put your mind at ease, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains why a senior dog might need a tooth extraction and what you can expect from start to finish.

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If your older dog is losing teeth, it’s usually an indicator of periodontal disease. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shares the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for dental disease in older dogs. Learn how early intervention and preventative treatments can help your dog live a happy, healthy life.

There are a variety of different kinds of dog mouth cancer, as well as some masses or swellings in the mouth that are, thankfully, not cancerous. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby provides information about the most common types of masses in a dog’s mouth and discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for dog mouth cancer.