Useful articles for all pet owners.

A graying muzzle does not mean your dog or cat has outgrown dental care. Many families quietly hope their senior pet will never “need a dental.” They tell themselves the minor mouth odor is just old age and that their dog or cat will pass peacefully before dental disease becomes [...]

When your pet requires dental work, ensuring their comfort is just as important as addressing the dental issue itself. One effective method veterinarians use to manage pain during dental procedures is the application of dental nerve blocks. This technique numbs specific areas of the mouth, reducing discomfort during and after [...]

Is Your Pet's Broken Tooth an Emergency? We know how unsettling it is to glance into your pet’s mouth and see a crack, chip, or—worst of all—a red, painful spot where part of a tooth used to be. At North Bay Veterinary Dentistry in Petaluma, California, we field calls like [...]

At North Bay Veterinary Dentistry in Petaluma, California, we understand how alarming it is to see your pet in pain—especially when it involves their ability to eat, vocalize, or even close their mouth. A dislocated jaw, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, is a painful and often traumatic condition that requires [...]

When Routine Isn’t Enough: Advanced Dental Conditions That Need a Veterinary Dental Specialist Dental disease is one of the most common—and painful—conditions pets experience. While many dental issues can be managed by your primary veterinarian, others require specialized care, advanced imaging, and surgical expertise. That’s where we come in. At [...]

What to Expect from a Veterinary Dental Exam: Inside a Specialist’s Step-by-Step Process At North Bay Veterinary Dentistry in Petaluma, CA, we focus on one thing: expert-level dental and oral care for pets. As a referral-based specialty clinic, we work closely with your regular veterinarian to diagnose and treat complex [...]