Canine Stomatitis

Canine stomatitis is known as Canine Ulcerative Mucositis or Chronic Ulcerative Paradental Stomatitis (CUPS). This disease causes extreme oral pain sometimes leading to aggressive behavior, social withdrawal, oral aversion, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Severe halitosis (bad breath) may also be noticed. In dogs, ulcers are frequently seen along the inside of the cheeks in areas where the teeth contact the cheek tissue. Treatment of mucositis is essential to improve a dog’s quality of life. Often mucositis requires multiple extractions to remove the source of the pain and inflammation. In some cases, frequent dental cleanings and careful attention to thorough home dental care can maintain a healthy oral cavity without requiring extensive extractions. Complete oral imaging is required to determine which treatment option is most likely to result in success