Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dental disease in dogs and cats can cause eye problems
By Ramsey, D T et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·1996·Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Ophthalmic manifestations and complications of dental disease in dogs and cats.
Plain-English summary
A dog or cat with dental disease can develop eye problems due to the close location of their teeth to the eye socket. If a pet shows signs of eye issues, like redness or discharge, it’s important for the vet to also check their teeth, as untreated dental issues can lead to serious eye complications or even vision loss. Treating both the dental disease and any resulting eye problems is crucial for the pet's overall health. Early detection and proper treatment can help prevent more severe consequences.
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Abstract
Ophthalmic manifestations of dental disease may occur in dogs and cats because of the proximity between posterior maxillary teeth and the orbit. Ophthalmic disorders may be diagnosed promptly, but the initiating dental disease may be overlooked. Inappropriate diagnosis and treatment of dental disease may result in loss of teeth, irreversible vision-threatening ophthalmic disease, or, ultimately, loss of the globe. When ophthalmic examination results are suggestive of a primary dental disorder, thorough examination of the maxillary teeth is imperative to diagnose appropriately the underlying dental disease. Therapy should include treatment of the dental disease and secondary ophthalmic disorders.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8731135/