Dentistry

Dental disease is the No. 1 health condition affecting pets today and is often a precursor to many other health problems, including heart and kidney disease. More than 85 percent of dogs and cats over 2 years of age are afflicted with periodontal disease, an infection resulting from a buildup of plaque and tartar around the gum line.

Our Dentist has advanced training in periodontal surgery and treatment, endodontic therapy, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, restorative dentistry, and dental radiology technique and interpretation. The health and comfort of your pet is of utmost importance.

At CASE, we always recommend that you consult with your primary veterinarian should you develop any concerns with your pet’s oral health. Your veterinarian can then recommend a consultation with Dr. Valera Caceras, our Veterinary Dental Associate.

Dental Services:

• Dental Radiology: Dental radiographs and CT scans to assess teeth for dental disease, oral tumors, fractures, and TMJ.
• Endodontics: Treatment of fractured teeth/pulpits, pulp exposure, root canals, crown reductions, and tooth abscesses.
• Traumatic Skull and Jaw Fracture Repairs: Most jaw fractures are associated with significant dental disease or tooth trauma.
• Oral Surgery: Difficult or risky extractions, tooth resorption, palate defects, oral tumors, soft tissue surgery of the tongue, and salivary gland removal
• Periodontics: Treatment of periodontal tissue, which supports the teeth.
• Restorations: Prosthetic crowns, fillings, esthetic bonding, bridges, and implants.
• Orthodontics: Correction of common malocclusions, orthodontic appliances, and bite evaluations.
• Oral Medicine: Chronic gingivostomatitis, canine chronic ulcerative stomatitis, craniomandibular osteopathy, masticatory muscle myositis, and salivary mucocele treatment.

Conditions Requiring Advanced Dentistry and Oral Surgery Services:

• Oral Malodor or Inflammation: Severe gingivitis or inflamed oral tissue can indicate serious systemic disease and should never be dismissed.
• Malocclusions: Misaligned bites.
• Fractured Teeth: Teeth with exposed pulp must be treated or they may become infected and result in an abscess.
• Oral Defects: Congenital or traumatic defects requiring specialized oral surgery training, including cleft palate repair and closure of oronasal fistulas.