Veterinary Dental Specialties & Oral Surgery

03/05/2026

Behind every healthy smile is a team that truly cares.

At VDS, our doctors, technicians, and support staff are more than dental professionals. We are a family united by one mission: improving the lives of pets through advanced oral care. Every member plays a critical role in keeping your pet safe, comfortable, and cared for at every step.

We invite you to get to know the people behind the care. Learn our stories, meet the team, and see what makes the VDS family so special.

👉 Meet the VDS Family at vdspets.com/vds-family/

03/04/2026

🐶 ⛑️ We love to celebrate all of our patients, but Raven deserves a special celebration! She is a working human remains detection dog. Her job is tough, but the closure she and her handler can provide to families is priceless. Raven was instrumental during the Hill Country floods in July 2025.

The team at VDS Austin was able to save her lower canine tooth with a root canal treatment, allowing her to return to work without dental pain! Raven, we salute you! 🫶
Find out more about VDS Austin at https://www.vdspets.com/location/austin/.

03/03/2026

Pups big and small, we welcome them all! Come see our services and how we help support a healthy mouth for your pet.

Learn more at vdspets.com.

03/02/2026

Pickles came to VDS Austin with a large oral mass that was affecting her smile and comfort.

Sergio H. and the team worked their magic and successfully removed the mass. Histopathology confirmed it was a peripheral odontogenic fibroma, and it was removed with an incisivectomy. Today, Pickles is back to feeling great and showing off her gorgeous smile. 💫

Stories like Pickles’ are why we do what we do. Learn more about the work we do at VDS Austin at https://www.vdspets.com/location/austin/

02/26/2026

When was the last time you sharpened your veterinary dental instruments? ... Let us help with our easy-to-use mail-in service.

Get the details and sharpen your tools today.

Make sure you and your team have the sharpest tools for precision and better outcomes for your clients. VDS conveniently sharpens your instruments with our mail-in instrument sharpening services.

02/24/2026

Did you get a chance to read "The bacteriome of the oral cavity in healthy dogs

and dogs with periodontal disease" AVMA Journals? Check out Brook Niemiec's comparison, results, and clinical implications of the study.

Abstract OBJECTIVE To compare the bacteriome of the oral cavity in healthy dogs and dogs with various stages of periodontal disease. ANIMALS Dogs without periodontal disease (n = 12) or with mild (10), moderate (19), or severe (10) periodontal disease. PROCEDURES The maxillary arcade of each dog was...

02/24/2026

An important health reminder from our feline visitors in the last few weeks! Most cats show signs of dental disease by age three and they are experts at hiding pain.

Bad breath, dropping food, or subtle behavior changes can mean something more serious. Many painful issues, like tooth resorption, are only found with dental X-rays under anesthesia.

At VDS, we look below the gumline to restore comfort and protect overall health.

02/20/2026

During Pet Dental Health Month, love is in the air, and so is collaboration.

Sergio H. spent an afternoon with the team at VEG ER for Pets - in Arboretum for a Lunch and Learn focused on jaw fracture management, TMJ dislocation, and oral tumors. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with our emergency partners, share knowledge, and strengthen the care network for pets across Austin.

Thank you, VEG Arboretum team, for the warm welcome.

02/19/2026

Excited to be on the list of this month's must-watch dental webinars!

02/18/2026

During dental health month, love is in the air as we get to network with our community partners. Thank you from our VDS Austin practice to Firehouse Animal Center Round Rock, for the collaborative efforts to help better the lives of our dogs and cats!

02/18/2026

📣 Calling all our pet parents!
Join Stephanie Hon and Brook Niemiec for an informational evening to learn about dental care for your dogs and cats, and how appropriate anesthesia can improve outcomes and pet and parent comfort! Plus, we'll have plenty of time to ask your questions and get feedback from our expert staff.

March 1, 2026 | 5 pm - 7 pm PT

Register via Zoom: https://lnkd.in/gs_97zpz

02/17/2026

Interrupting your busy day for a dose of client cuteness. Meet Ella and Lulu, two recent visitors to VDS San Diego! Thanks for trusting us to ensure the best oral health for your fur babies!

Learn more about all our locations at vdspets.com.