Advanced Animal Dentistry

Advanced Animal Dentistry We are Australia's leading provider of Veterinary Dentistry, primarily in South East Queensland. Advanced Animal Dentistry loves teeth!

Advanced Animal Dentistry formed in 2006 when Dr Aaron Forsayeth joined Dr Gary Wilson with his already successful Veterinary Dental referral practice. With the creation of Advanced Animal Dentistry, the referral work expanded across south east Queensland, and has since allowed us to work in many other parts of Australia. As leaders in Veterinary Dentistry in Australia, Advanced Animal Dentistry p

rovides a referral practice to Veterinarians for difficult dental cases; ongoing tertiary education for Veterinary Students in both Veterinary Science and Veterinary Tech courses provided by the University of Queensland; education services for Veterinarians and Nurses online and in-house; Lecturing and workshop opportunities at Veterinary Conferences throughout South East Asia. We've continued to expand in 2015 taking on board a resident, Dr Rebecca Tucker. Dr Tucker has quickly made a place for herself in the practice, and provides another great mind and set of hands to our business - allowing Advanced Animal Dentistry to provide more help to Australian pets. Dr Wilson retired in 2018, and left with AAD his legacy, and Australia in a stronger position with Veterinary Dentistry. Dr Tucker became full partner with Dr Forsayeth and together they have taken AAD forward.

Persistent Deciduous Teeth = Malocclusion!! Persistent deciduous teeth can significantly influence developing occlusion ...
17/08/2026

Persistent Deciduous Teeth = Malocclusion!!

Persistent deciduous teeth can significantly influence developing occlusion in dogs.

Failure of primary teeth to fall out may alter the eruption path of permanent teeth, resulting in malocclusions, traumatic occlusion, and abnormal tooth positioning.
Early recognition and timely extraction can help restore normal eruption patterns and reduce long-term orthodontic and periodontal complications.

Learn more: https://animaldental.com.au/persistent-deciduous-teeth-malocclusions-dogs/

DOG BRACES 🐶🦷✨Dog braces (Orthodontics) aren’t just cosmetic — they’re used to correct malocclusion (misaligned teeth an...
12/08/2026

DOG BRACES 🐶🦷✨

Dog braces (Orthodontics) aren’t just cosmetic — they’re used to correct malocclusion (misaligned teeth and bite issues) that can cause pain, difficulty eating, and long-term dental disease.

Veterinary orthodontic care gently guides teeth into better alignment over time, improving comfort, protecting teeth, and supporting healthier long-term oral health for your dog.

Treatment involves careful adjustments and regular follow-up visits to ensure progress stays on track.

Learn more here:
https://animaldental.com.au/dog-braces-orthodontics/

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🦷 A broken tooth can be a dental emergency for your pet.If the pulp is exposed, a vital pulpotomy may save the tooth—but...
10/08/2026

🦷 A broken tooth can be a dental emergency for your pet.

If the pulp is exposed, a vital pulpotomy may save the tooth—but timing is critical.

This procedure removes the damaged portion of the pulp, preserves the healthy tissue, and seals the tooth to encourage healing. It's most successful when performed within 48 hours of the injury.

If your pet chips or breaks a tooth, don't delay. Early assessment can make all the difference.

Learn more: https://animaldental.com.au/pet-vital-pulpotomy/

Juvenile Gingivitis & PeriodontitisThis isn’t just “bad breath” or minor irritation. It’s a painful inflammatory disease...
05/08/2026

Juvenile Gingivitis & Periodontitis

This isn’t just “bad breath” or minor irritation. It’s a painful inflammatory disease that can develop in young cats as adult teeth erupt, and may be linked to an overactive immune response.

You might notice:
• Inappropriately red, swollen, or bleeding gums
• Bad breath
• Pain or reluctance to chew
• In more severe cases, inflammation extending below the gumline and damaging the supporting structures of the teeth

This is not always caused by poor dental hygiene—well cared-for pets can still be affected.

Left unchecked, gingivitis can progress into periodontitis, where permanent damage to the bone and tooth-supporting structures can occur.

🦷 Early diagnosis and treatment are key.

👉 Learn more: https://animaldental.com.au/juvenile-gingivitis-periodontitis-pets/

Full mouth tooth extractions sound overwhelming, but for many pets, they’re an effective way to relieve chronic dental p...
03/08/2026

Full mouth tooth extractions sound overwhelming, but for many pets, they’re an effective way to relieve chronic dental pain and improve quality of life.

This procedure may be recommended when pets have:
• Severe periodontal disease
• Chronic oral infections
• Painful inflammatory conditions (such as feline chronic gingivostomatitis)

Without treatment, these issues can lead to ongoing pain, difficulty eating, weight loss, and infection spreading to other parts of the body.

Removal of all teeth can cause some jaw changes, but these are mostly cosmetic and not considered medical concerns. Eating is not commonly affected in our domestic pets, due to the way the teeth are used - catch, kill and cut.

Most pets adapt very well after healing and go on to eat and live comfortably without dental pain. 🐾

Learn more: https://animaldental.com.au/pet-full-mouth-tooth-extraction/

💙🦷Happy National Pet Dental Month 🦷💙
01/08/2026

💙🦷Happy National Pet Dental Month 🦷💙

🦷🐶 Pulp exposed teethA chipped or fractured tooth can expose the pulp (nerve). This specialised structure includes blood...
29/07/2026

🦷🐶 Pulp exposed teeth

A chipped or fractured tooth can expose the pulp (nerve). This specialised structure includes blood vessels, nerve cells, immune cells and connective tissue, all vital for maintaining the tooth’s health. Once exposed, it can lead to pain, infection, or abscess if untreated.

Addressing damaged teeth promptly is crucial, particularly when the pulp is exposed or traumatised.

Treatment depends on severity and may include vital pulpotomy, root canal therapy, or extraction.

Learn more: https://animaldental.com.au/fractured-pulp-exposed-teeth-pets/

27/07/2026

Xena's story began when she was referred to Advanced Animal Dentistry after an oral mass on her lower jaw was discovered.

Biopsies of the mass confirmed papillary squamous cell carcinoma. A cancer diagnosis is never easy, and Xena's family was faced with some difficult decisions as they considered the best treatment option for their beloved girl.

To accurately stage the disease and plan surgery, Xena underwent a contrast CT scan and sentinel lymph node mapping. The CT scan showed no overt evidence of locoregional metastasis, providing encouraging news. The lymph node mapping identified the left mandibular lymph node as the sentinel lymph node, which was aspirated to further assess whether the cancer had spread.

Following careful planning, Xena underwent a rostral mandibulectomy and left mandibular lymph node excision. While the thought of removing part of a pet's jaw can seem overwhelming, these procedures are performed to completely remove diseased tissue, reduce pain, and give patients the best chance at an excellent quality of life.

We're honoured to have been part of Xena's journey. ❤️🐶

Fillings, Crowns, Veneers, InlaysCracked or damaged pet tooth? It doesn’t always need to be removed!Many pet owners are ...
22/07/2026

Fillings, Crowns, Veneers, Inlays

Cracked or damaged pet tooth? It doesn’t always need to be removed!
Many pet owners are surprised to learn that broken or worn teeth can often be saved instead of extracted. With advanced veterinary restorative dentistry, damaged teeth may be repaired and rebuilt to restore comfort and function.

Options such as fillings, crowns, veneers, and inlays can help protect the tooth structure, reduce pain, and support long-term oral health while avoiding more invasive procedures where possible.

Here are some of our recent cases!

👉 Learn more about pet tooth restoration:
https://animaldental.com.au/pet-tooth-restoration/

🦷 Has your pet's tooth changed colour?🦷A pink, purple or grey tooth is often more than just a stain—it can indicate the ...
21/07/2026

🦷 Has your pet's tooth changed colour?🦷

A pink, purple or grey tooth is often more than just a stain—it can indicate the tooth has become non-vital after trauma, meaning the nerve inside has died.

These can be painful due to ongoing inflammation and if left untreated, it can lead to infection.

Veterinary dentists most often recommend one of two treatments for these teeth:
1. Root canal therapy – to remove the damaged or infected tissue while preserving the tooth
2. Extraction – removing the tooth entirely if it cannot be saved.

Learn more about intrinsically stained teeth and treatment options: https://animaldental.com.au/intrinsically-stained-teeth-pets/

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Brisbane, QLD
4160

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