Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, FAVD

Oral health diseases in dogs and cats can be hereditary

Veterinary teams can incorporate oral health into their practice 1 evidence-based bite at a time

What happens when your patient breaks a tooth?

A crown amputation is described and reasons for the procedure are discussed

A closer look at the world of organized dentistry

Using the right monitor can ensure patients safely receive anesthesia during surgeries

One part of a series on the ABCs of veterinary dentistry for the general practitioner

Research is empowering clinicians with predictive tools for preventive dentistry

An oral care expert recommends products, protocols to better serve clients, patients.

Dental disease is one of the top conditions afflicting dogs and cats alike. Find out how presenting clients with easy home dental care options makes all the difference. (Sponsored by Virbac)

An expert in veterinary dentistry outlines the importance of caring for your machines and accessories to facilitate safe, effective dental procedures.

Most of the tooth is located below the gumline and out of view. Intraoral radiography can yield invaluable diagnostic information about your patients’ oral health.

When it comes to dental care, sometimes immediate action is a must for your patient’s health and comfort.

When it comes to dental care, sometimes the best course of action is no action at all.

Monitoring ventilation is critical in dogs and cats undergoing dental procedures.

Treating these painful lesions in dogs and cats requires figuring out what's causing them.

While therapy for oral health problems can be challenging, its also very important for patient wellbeing. A good place to start? The four Rs: recheck, remove, repair or refer.

Extra! Extra! Read all about how when it comes to excess teeth, more isnt always merrier for your veterinary patients.

Its never too late to correct oral problems, as long as the patients age remains top of mind.

Veterinary dentist Dr. Jan Bellows introduces products that are making it easier for clients and veterinary practices to improve the oral health and well-being of cats and dogs.

Attention to persistent primary teeth is essential to the dental health of our patients, especially smaller breeds such as Maltese, Yorkshire terriers, Pomeranians and miniature Schnauzers.

Has the flurry of dental appointments that accompanies Pet Dental Health Month compromised the careful dental care of our patients? Lets take a look at the true meaning of Q in veterinary dentistry.

Do you know how to help patients with pockets? Get the lowdown on subgingival cleaning, laser gingivectomy and locally applied antimicrobials and sealants.

The histopathology report from the oral biopsy came back as malignantnow what? Surgery? Radiation? Chemotherapy? Watchful waiting?

Observing a growth in a dog or cats mouth doesnt have to be an Oh, no! moment. With careful planning, cytology, histopathology and proper surgical margins, removing benign masses carry an excellent prognosis.

By nature of the alphabet, we must get through all of the noes in veterinary dentistry before we can reach the yesesbut that doesnt mean you wont feel positively inspired to better your dental practices after reading.

In veterinary medicine, the goal of orthodontic correction isnt a pretty smile but pain-free, functional occlusion.

Dr. Bellows asks whether we're not emphasizing prevention enough in the dental care of our patients.