Dental emergencies
Dental treatments primarily address dental emergencies. These can have many causes, such as playing with stones, hitting your teeth while fighting with another animal, or having another type of accident. Have you broken a tooth? In our practice, dental emergencies, such as those involving so-called [missing information - likely "bone fractures" or "bone fractures"], are our top priority. Tooth fractures, in which the dental nerve is often exposed. Since this has unpleasant consequences for your pet, you must act as quickly as possible, especially with young animals under two years old. On the other hand, there are dental emergencies in which the jawbone breaks, so-called jaw fractures or the entire tooth breaks out of its bone anchorage (tooth luxation).
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Professional teeth cleaning
The opposite of an emergency is prevention! As veterinarians, we educate pet owners about the importance of good dental care for their pets. Bacteria in plaque enter the body via the bloodstream, damaging various organs such as the liver, kidneys, or heart valves, and can thus trigger serious illnesses. The only sensible method for eliminating plaque is... Plaque and Tartar The treatment involves the careful mechanical removal of plaque from the tooth surface. In our practice, this is achieved by gently removing the deposits with a special ultrasonic device. This removes not only the visible plaque but also the portion located below the gum line and in the periodontal pockets. Thorough polishing and sealing with fluoride complete this treatment and slow the formation of new plaque. The teeth are protected from all sides, just like your human teeth.dentist!
Periodontics
This technical term describes the theory of dental support devices. Did you know that... gum inflammation Did you know that periodontal disease is by far the most common illness in dogs and cats? More than 80% of all dogs and cats over the age of six suffer from inflammatory diseases of the tooth-supporting structures (periodontitis). This often has serious negative effects on their overall health. There is no cure for this disease, but ideally, it can be stopped. We'll show you what measures you can take to protect your pet's teeth.
Conservative dental treatments
Conservative dental treatments include all procedures aimed at repairing tooth damage and thus preserving teeth. These primarily include specialized filling therapies. Fillings serve both to preserve the tooth as a whole and to stabilize the tooth structure.
Root canal treatment
In this type of treatment, we remove the infected and dead dental nerve and then seal the nerve cavity to prevent infection. The advantage of this therapy is that even a dead tooth can remain in the mouth and doesn't necessarily have to be extracted. Because, as with everything else, the best teeth belong to you!
dentures
Broken or severely worn teeth can be treated – possibly in conjunction with special anchor systems – crowned These measures are taken to achieve stability that leads to outstanding results in both function and aesthetics. For your pet, it's about more than just good looks; it's primarily about the ability to eat species-appropriate food.
Oral and maxillofacial surgery
If not all of a pet's teeth erupt smoothly, they remain embedded in the jawbone. This can lead to the formation of cysts or bone loss. In some cases, neighboring teeth are also affected. We extract these teeth as part of a specialized oral surgical procedure. Furthermore, tumors, cleft palates, or injuries can be additional factors. Together with our surgical team, we will find the right solution for your pet in these situations as well.
Orthodontics
Special orthodontic measures help with individual misalignments of the teeth or jaw, for example, due to uneven growth of the upper and lower jaw. If this is detected early and appropriate treatment is initiated, painful consequences, such as biting the mucous membrane of the mouth or palate, can usually be avoided.
Special dental cases in rodents and pets
The most common cause of loss of appetite in rabbits, guinea pigs, and other pets such as chinchillas, hamsters, and rats is chewing problems due to dental and jaw misalignments. These problems account for by far the largest share of cases seen at our veterinary clinic. Since dietary errors are often the underlying cause, we are happy to advise you on the optimal diet. This will help keep your rodent or pet's teeth healthy for a long time.
Specific dental problems of the cat
Two diseases are more common than average in cats: the breakdown of tooth hard tissue (FORL), formerly incorrectly called cervical caries, and inflammation of the oral mucosa (chronic gingivitis/stomatitis). Gingivitis and stomatitis, in particular, are not easy to treat.
Our low-radiation, high-resolution scanner is ideally suited for the optimal examination of FORL in particular. Volume tomograph, which can depict this disease even better than digital dental x-rays.
anesthesia
Unlike humans, most dental treatments in animals are only possible under anesthesia or sedation. The majority of the four-legged patients we anesthetize daily are usually over ten years old and thus in the second half of their lives. They often have pre-existing conditions such as heart failure, diabetes, hypothyroidism, etc., which we check for with a preliminary blood test. Therefore, we have opted for what is currently considered the safest form of anesthesia: the so-called... Inhalation anesthesia Intubation anesthesia. After prior sedation, the patient is carefully intubated and connected to a ventilator. During the anesthetic phase, all vital functions are continuously monitored by respiratory monitor, pulse oximeter, ECG, and blood pressure measurement. This way, not only your animals but you too can sleep soundly!
Diagnostics during dental treatments
For optimal diagnostics in preparation for more complicated dental treatments, your pet has access to a specially developed system for animals at our small animal center. Volume tomograph available. This allows for the creation of high-resolution 3D images of your dog's or cat's teeth quickly and with low radiation. The resolution and display are classic dental x-ray superior:
