Veterinary Dental Services
Bridger Veterinary Specialists offers dental services for dogs and cats by a Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist ™. Dr. Matthew Evans is a proud graduate of Oregon State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. He completed a dentistry and oral surgery residency at The Pet Dentist in Tampa Bay and is Board Certified by the American Veterinary Dental College. Prior to pursuing his residency training he practiced in Montana for many years, where his love for both veterinary dentistry and the Big Sky country started. He is excited to be part of the Bridger Veterinary Specialists team to provide specialty dental care. Every day he sees how improving oral health can improve overall quality-of-life, and he is motivated by a sincere desire to help people by helping their pets. For more info about specialty dental care visit avdc.org/animal-owner-resources
Services offered by our dentistry department include:
- Periodontal disease - cleanings and advanced treatments to maintain oral health
- Endodontics - Root canal therapy and vital pulp therapy, which is recommended for discolored teeth, broken teeth, or traumatized teeth to prevent the need to have the tooth extracted.
- Oral surgery - Oral tumor removal, palate defect repairs, oro-nasal fistula repairs, jaw fracture repairs, maxillofacial reconstruction and extensive extractions
- Advanced imaging - CT and dental radiography
- Feline Dentistry - Stomatitis and tooth resorption
- Crowns (Prosthodontics)
- Cavities - pulp capping and restorations
- Malocclusions that require orthodontics
- "baby" teeth extractions
We are the only hospital in Montana to have a full-time anesthesiologist on site to manage a custom anesthesia plan for patients that have existing diseases that may place them at a higher risk for anesthesia. We have the latest in veterinary monitoring equipment and a well-trained team to ensure your pet’s anesthesia is as safe and possible. Our anesthesiologist also can develop a plan for pain management during and after the procedure to keep your pet as comfortable and pain-free as possible.
To learn more about our veterinary dental services at Bridger Veterinary Specialists & Emergency contact us at (406) 548-4226 or info@bvspets.com.