Is your pet in pain?
Your pet depends on you as its primary caregiver. It's easy to tell when your pet is feeling fine, but do you know what to look for in times of illness? When it comes to dental health, knowledge is the best prevention. Periodically, you should examine your pet's teeth and look for any of the following symptoms:
- Persistent bad breath
- Sensitivity around the mouth or inability to close the mouth
- Pawing at the mouth
- Loss of appetite or reluctance to chew hard food or chew toys
- Difficulty eating and chewing food
- Bleeding, inflamed, or receded gums
- Plaque (often not visible unless stained)
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Take comfort in our expertise...
Dr. Sharon Hoffman is a Board Certified Veterinary Dental Specialist trained in advanced dentistry and oral surgery services. Procedures such as root canals, extractions, and fillings as well as oral and maxillofacial surgery can be performed at your local hospital (within 40 miles of Jacksonvllle).
Dr. Hoffman's services are available to veterinarians to supplement existing services as well as provide continuing education for veterinarians and office staff.
For appointments in Jacksonville, please contact:
Affiliated Veterinary Specialists
3444 Southside Blvd.
Jacksonville
904-646-1287
Scott Mill Animal Hospital
3101 Plummer Cove Rd. Jacksonville
904-268-8600 |
What is a Board Certified Veterinary Specialist?
Board certified veterinary dental specialists receive extensive training in surgery, medicine, and dentistry.  Specialty certification requires completion of 3 to 6 years of training in the area of specialization beyond the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. All candidates must pass advanced credential requirements approved by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). In addition to comprehensive training in the area of expertise, a veterinarian must submit credentials of expertise to a review board in the specialty college. Following acceptance of the credentials, an extensive written and practical examination must be successfully completed before being acknowledged as a specialist.
 "Tails" From Our Clients!
In the past, dental disease and decay in animals was remedied by removing the tooth. However, other options are available for treatment that ensure a higher quality of life for your furry family member. Proper dental care is just as important to your pet as it is to you. Find out how Dr. Hoffman can help your pet live a longer, happier, healthier life.
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News
 Dr. Hoffman has recenty published a children's book, The Story of Queen Lily, which is now available from High Pitched Hum Publishing. The story of Queen Lily was written for the Dr. Hoffman’s niece over several years of Lily’s life. Queen Lily lives in a castle with a garden in the North. One day, Queen Lily moves to a new palace in the South. This book is dedicated to all the special pets who teach children of all ages, important life lessons, in their own special ways
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