About H.VDOS

Your primary care veterinarian plays a crucial role in maintaining your pet's long-term health. They are at the forefront of diagnosing and managing chronic health conditions such as kidney, liver, and heart disease. It's important to note that veterinarians are trained as medical doctors (MD's) rather than dentists.

My role as a veterinarian whose practice is limited to dentistry and oral surgery is to complement their care by providing your pet with comprehensive oral assessment and providing you with all the treatment options available for your pet's oral health needs. Together, we aim to provide the most holistic and well-rounded care for your beloved companion.

The advanced training and skills I have been fortunate to acquire enable me to hone in on subtle changes within the oral cavity that may often go unnoticed or be underdiagnosed. A meticulous awake oral examination remains an essential preparatory step for our procedure.

However, it is crucial to understand that a significant portion of the tooth (approximately 60%) lies beneath the gumline, hidden from our direct view. This is where dental radiographs (X-ray pictures) play an indispensable role in thoroughly evaluating your pet’s oral health. However, due to the discomfort associated with the technique required to obtain these images, dental radiographs can only be performed while your pet is under anesthesia.

Once we better understand your pet's needs from our conscious oral exam, we will provide you with a treatment plan and move forward with the next steps in your pet's care.

Under general anesthesia, we will perform a professional dental cleaning, detailed oral exam, dental radiographs, oral surgery, and other advanced dentistry procedures, as well as any additional diagnostics (e.g., biopsies). 

This comprehensive approach ensures that your pet receives the best care for their oral health needs.