Animal tooth medicine: How dogs and cats learn to laugh without pain!

Animal tooth medicine: How dogs and cats learn to laugh without pain!

The practice of Stefan Nefen in Grevenbroich specializes in dentistry for animals. Usually veterinarians transfer their patients to him when it comes to dental problems. In contrast to regular veterinarians, Nefen is equipped with additional equipment and has special knowledge that enables him to carry out extensive treatments in the area of ​​dental health of animals.

A particularly interesting aspect of his work is orthodontics. This is not just about the aesthetic aspect of how to improve the appearance of dogs, but above all about fixing painful dental problems. It is fascinating to find out that cats usually do not need braces. The reason for this is simple: you can move your paws so flexibly that you could remove yourself. It is different for dogs - they don't get into their mouths with their paws. Therefore, Nefen can use special braces that are structured similarly to those for humans. With brackets that are connected, he can precisely carry out the treatment. As a rule, such treatment only lasts three to four months, which is very quick compared to human orthodontics.

The most common problems dealing with in his practice are to do with cats and dogs. Resorptive lesions are frequent suffering in cats, with about every second cat suffering from it for over six years. This disease means that the animals' tooth roots dissolve in the jawbone. In the case of dogs, on the other hand, tartar, dental surface and periodontitis are widespread problems. Larger dogs often have injuries from ranking, but also occasionally come to him with periodontosis problems.

Special cases are what Nefen is most remembered in his profession. A remarkable story is about a cat in which after long treatments he finally managed to open his mouth to such an extent that she could meow again. Such successes motivate him, despite the difficult and challenging cases that he sometimes experiences.

Not every case is positive. Not too long ago, a cat was introduced to him. During the examination it turned out that it was initially only absorbed lesions, but these proved to be part of a bigger problem: the cat had a tumor that was so far advanced that treatment was hardly possible. Tragic developments like this are also part of the everyday life of an animal dentist.

The financial aspects of veterinary dentistry are not insignificant. The cost of treatment for Nefen is often in the four -digit range, which provides many pet owners with a challenge. Therefore, he recommends that animal keepers think about animal health insurance in order to cushion financial burdens in the event of treatments.

For additional information, interested parties can visit the homepage of his practice to learn more about the offers and services. Animal dentistry is an increasingly important area that shows how much veterinary treatments can also influence the quality of life of our pets.