Animal Medical Center of Seattle

• Surgical and simple extractions 

• Full-mouth extractions 

• Extraction of persistent deciduous teeth 

• Extraction of retained roots 

• Fracture repair: minimally invasive and “tooth-friendly” 

• Oral mass biopsy and excision 

• Removal of intruded tooth material (from mandibular canal or nasal cavity) 

• Root canal therapy 

• Vital pulp therapy 

• Dental cleanings 

• Advanced periodontal surgery: tooth-preserving surgeries including open root planing, guided tissue regeneration 

• Crown placement: metal and tooth–colored crowns 

• Bite assessment 

• Treatment of traumatic malocclusions including active-force appliances (“braces”) 

• Treatment of refractory stomatitis and other oral inflammatory diseases 

• Intra-oral radiographs 

• Home-care instruction 

• Toothbrushing lessons 

Our dental department uses CBCT for most patients. The CT images, combined with intraoral radiographs, allow us to assess patients for conditions like periodontal disease, oral tumors, jaw fractures, and disease of the pulp. Our software creates a 3-D model of each patient that makes visualizing pathology easier. Our CBCT helps us plan extractions, root canal procedures, and oral surgeries. Our software also allows us to share images with referring veterinarians. Owners receive a copy of the CT scan and software to view the images so they can explore their pets’ images.