As our pets live to a ripe, old age and are now living older, it is more common for them to suffer oral cancer and jaw fractures. But not all cancers are malignant. In fact, most oral cancer in dogs are benign. And can be operated on and removed with excellent results.

As a specialist in dentistry and oral surgery, Dr Clarke can advise you on the best treatment options and an accurate prognosis if you pet has cancer.

At the clinic, we have specialist surgical facilities, human and veterinary dental radiology equipment, pathology services, as well as access to the latest veterinary treatments and oncology services.

The most common oral cancers in dogs are benign epulides. The cancers grow from the ligament that supports the tooth. They can be removed and cured with early diagnosis. If your pet as a lump in its mouth then seek treatment early will give you the best outcome.

The most common oral cancer in cats is the squarmous cell carcinoma, which is malignant and often difficult to treat. Again with early diagnosis, treatment can often be curative.

The common malignant cancers in dogs include: malignant melanoma, squarmous cell carcinoma and fibrosarcoma. These often are found when your dog has bad breath, bleeds from the mouth, has a swelling that is growing quickly, or suddenly has a preference for soft food over hard food.

Treatment for malignant cancer may involve surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy, or a combination of these.

Jaw fractures in dogs and cats occur following a car accident, advanced gum disease or other trauma. Dr Clarke is able to surgically repair jaw fractures in both dogs and cats. If you or your Veterinarian requires referral for these conditions, we look forward to treating your pet to a specialist standard.