Pet Dental Health Explained: Is your pet hiding painful dental disease? Most owners, and even some vets, miss the signs until it’s too late. In this compelling episode of the Paws and Effect podcast, Dr Carra chats candidly with veterinary dental expert Morten Hinge to uncover the hidden realities behind your pet’s dental health.

In this episode we discover:

• Why pets can still eat and look happy despite severe oral pain (and why that’s the biggest dental myth).
• The critical differences between a simple “clean” and a truly preventative veterinary dental procedure.
• Why anaesthesia is safer than you think, and why it’s essential for real dental care.
• The power of dental X-rays, and how skipping them can leave pets suffering in silence.
• Communication secrets to help owners make informed decisions (without feeling pressured).
• Breed-specific dental risks, especially in small and brachycephalic breeds, and what you can do from puppyhood to protect your pet.
• Honest talk on bones, diet fads, and why DIY “anaesthesia-free dentals” could do more harm than good.
• How oral health impacts your pet’s entire body, including kidneys and heart.

Whether you’re a pet owner wanting to do better for your pet, or a veterinary professional seeking to up your dental game, this episode is packed with actionable advice, myth-busting, and the kind of insights that can change lives.

Connect with Morten Hinge:

YouTube: Morten Hinge
Instagram: @mortenvetdentistry

Connect with Dr Carra:

Website: drcarra.com
Instagram: @dr_carra
LinkedIn: /drcarra
Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital: hillcrestvets.co.za

THIS EPISODES SPONSORS:

Ultra Pet: This episode is sponsored by Ultra Pet premium pet food, who has been scientifically formulating premium pet food for over 25 years. If you want to take the guesswork out of feeding your furry friends, give Ultra Pet premium pet food a try.

Just for Pets is proud to sponsor this episode of the Paws and Effect podcast. Visit their website for all your pet needs and find everything from toys to food and much more. The team over at Just For Pets believe that every pet deserves the best care possible, and that’s why we offer a wide ran.