Patterson podcast tees up Pet Dental Health Month with Dr. Zack Mills

Patterson Veterinary is spotlighting veterinary dentistry ahead of Pet Dental Health Month in a new All Things Veterinary podcast episode featuring Dr. Zack Mills of Tiger Tails Animal Hospital. In the episode, Mills discusses how clinics can prepare for the seasonal push in dental cases, with a focus on patient care, pet parent compliance, and evolving dental standards. Mills brings more than 40 years of experience and a background spanning companion animal practice, industry leadership at Merial, and hospital ownership. (rss.com)

Why it matters: Dental Month can drive case volume, but it also puts pressure on teams to balance demand with quality standards. That matters because professional dental care now increasingly centers on anesthesia, dental radiographs, and year-round prevention rather than cosmetic cleanings or one-off February promotions. AAHA says anesthetized cleanings and dental X-rays are essential to identify and treat disease below the gumline, while the Veterinary Oral Health Council recommends daily home care and periodic veterinary exams, plus use of products with its seal when appropriate. For veterinary professionals, that makes Dental Month as much an education and workflow opportunity as a revenue event. (aaha.org)

What to watch: Expect more clinics and suppliers to frame Pet Dental Health Month as a launch point for year-round oral health protocols, client education, and preventive product recommendations rather than a one-month campaign. (blog.pattersonvet.com)