7 tips for senior pet dentistry

Dental disease is one of the most common and most undertreated conditions in veterinary medicine, especially in senior patients. Chronic oral inflammation affects more than the mouth and may contribute to systemic disease and accelerated aging. In this slideshow, veterinary dentist Heidi Lobprise, DVM, DAVDC, shares practical guidance on when to extract versus preserve teeth, how to talk to clients about oral health, and why appropriate dental care under general anesthesia can significantly improve patient comfort and overall health.

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