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Dentistry

Periodontal disease, extractions, oral injuries — procedures under general anaesthesia with full monitoring.

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Scope of this specialty

Examinations, procedures and services

We manage every case individually — the scope, indications and course described above are indicative; the exact diagnostic and treatment plan is agreed during the consultation.

Dentistry · consultation

Dental consultation

Assessment of a dog's or cat's mouth, a discussion of symptoms and a plan for what comes next — from home dental care to a procedure under anaesthesia with dental X-rays.

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Dentistry · procedure

Dental treatment — scaling and polishing under anaesthesia

Removal of tartar above and below the gum line, polishing and assessment of every tooth — under general anaesthesia with full monitoring, in line with a written standard.

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Dentistry · procedure

Tooth extractions (including surgical)

We remove only teeth that cannot be saved — the decision is confirmed by X-ray. Simple and surgical extractions under general anaesthesia, with nerve blocks and a check-up after the procedure.

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Dentistry · treatment

Treatment of periodontal disease

Periodontal disease is the most common disease of dogs and cats after the age of 3. We treat it in stages: dental treatment with X-rays, cleaning of periodontal pockets, extractions where necessary, and a home dental care plan.

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Dentistry · treatment

Tooth resorption in cats (FORL) and feline gingivitis

Tooth resorption is one of the most common and most painful diseases in cats, and is often invisible without X-rays. We diagnose it under anaesthesia and treat it by removing the affected teeth.

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Dentistry · procedure

Fractures of the upper and lower jaw, oral injuries

Fractures of the upper and lower jaw and wounds of the mouth after accidents and bites. We stabilise the patient, diagnose on X-ray and repair the fracture so that the animal can eat. Call before you come.

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Conditions and symptoms within our scope

What patients come to us with

An emergency? During opening hours, call before you come — no referral needed.

Mon–Fri 9–19, Sat 9–13 · tel. +48 74 660 62 68. Outside opening hours, on Sundays and on public holidays, the nearest 24-hour animal hospitals are SKVet Klinika Weterynaryjna (ul. Stabłowicka 109b, Wrocław, tel. 791 998 999) and Klinika Psa i Kota (ul. B. Krzywoustego 105/22, 51-166 Wrocław, tel. 71 339 82 48).

Periodontal diseasechronic inflammation of the tissues around the tooth, the most common disease of the mouth in dogs and cats.
Fractured tooth with exposed pulppainful, and leads to infection of the root and an abscess.
Tooth resorption in cats (FORL)gradual destruction of the tooth from the inside, very painful, and often invisible without X-rays.
Feline stomatitisextensive, painful inflammation of the mucous membrane that goes beyond the gums.
Retained deciduous teethbaby teeth that have not fallen out after the adult teeth have erupted encourage malocclusion and periodontal disease.
Oral tumoursgrowths on the gums, tongue or palate that require a biopsy.
Gingivitisa reversible, early stage of periodontal disease; after scaling and good dental care the gums can return to normal.
Periodontal disease (periodontitis)loss of bone and ligament around the teeth; dental treatment halts progression but does not rebuild bone that has been destroyed.
Tartarmineralised plaque that harbours bacteria and causes inflammation.
Halitosispersistent bad breath, almost always of bacterial origin.
Feline stomatitisdental treatment is sometimes the first stage of treatment before a decision on extensive extractions.
Advanced periodontal diseaseloss of more than half of the tooth's bony support; the tooth cannot be saved.
Lead veterinarian for the specialty

Who manages the patients’ care

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Practice manager · lead veterinarian · surgery, orthopaedics, radiology

Eliza Hołdowańska-Kroczak, DVM

She runs the operating theatre and supervises surgical protocols. She represents the second generation of the practice — and the first to take it to referral level. Radiology specialist. She is the formal head of the veterinary treatment facility and is responsible for the duties imposed by the Veterinary Chamber. Joanna Paterak looks after the day-to-day administration of the practice.

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Frequently asked questions

Owners’ questions

Do I need to prepare my pet for the consultation?

No. Feed as normal, and bring any previous records and a list of the medication your pet is receiving. Fasting applies only before a procedure under anaesthesia.

How often does scaling need to be repeated?

It depends on the breed, age and home dental care. In small-breed dogs and cats with periodontal disease it can be every 12 months; with regular brushing the intervals get longer. We decide on the basis of check-ups.

Can a dog or cat manage to eat without teeth?

Yes. Even after all the teeth have been removed, animals eat wet food, and many cats return to dry food once healed. Being free of pain matters more than the number of teeth.

Can periodontal disease in a dog be cured?

Gingivitis, yes. We cannot rebuild bone that has been lost, but we can halt the disease at its current stage, remove the pain and infection, and keep the teeth that still have support.

Will a cat eat normally after all its teeth have been removed?

Yes. Cats without teeth eat wet food, and many of them return to dry food once healed — they swallow the kibble whole. Being free of pain is a greater relief to them than the loss of teeth.

Start with a conversation.

Reception will assess your enquiry and book an appointment with the right veterinarian.

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