Eden Vets Referrals – Veterinary Dentistry

Veterinary Dentistry

At Eden Veterinary Referrals, we provide an in-house veterinary dentistry referral service for dogs and cats requiring advanced investigation, dental treatment, and oral surgery.

Our dedicated dentistry service is led by Dr Nicola Hoyle and supported by a highly trained nursing team, allowing us to provide comprehensive care for complex dental and oral conditions within our purpose-built referral hospital.

By offering dentistry services fully integrated within the hospital, patients benefit from close collaboration across multiple disciplines including anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and critical care where required.

We have access to advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities, including:

  • Digital dental radiography
  • Dedicated dental theatre and procedures suite
  • Advanced anaesthetic monitoring equipment
  • CT scanning
  • Ultrasonography
  • Comprehensive in-house laboratory facilities

Our experienced nursing team provides attentive inpatient care tailored to each patient’s individual needs, with a strong focus on comfort, pain management, and stress reduction throughout hospitalisation and recovery.

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Veterinary Dentistry Services

Our dentistry referral service provides investigation and management for a wide range of dental and oral conditions, including:

  • Comprehensive oral health assessments with full-mouth dental radiography
  • Routine and complex tooth extractions
  • Diagnosis and treament of canine and feline dental disease
  • Management of tooth resorption, stomatitis, and periodental disease
  • Maxillofacial surgery, including jaw fracture and fistula repair
  • Investigation and surgical management of oral masses and tumours
  • Assessment of retained teeth, malocclusions, and orthodontic concerns

Veterinary Dental Services Overview

  • Full-mouth digital dental radiography for comprehensive assessment of dental and periodontal disease
  • Advanced imaging support including CT scanning where indicated
  • Imaging available as part of both full referral investigations and staged treatment planning
  • Surgical dental extractions
  • Management of complex tooth root disease
  • Treatment of oral trauma and jaw injuries
  • Oral biopsy procedures and tumour investigation
  • Reconstructive oral surgery where appropriate
  • Comprehensive periodontal assessment and treatment
  • Scaling and polishing
  • Subgingival therapy and periodontal management plans
  • Preventive dentistry and homecare recommendations
  • Investigation and management of feline gingivostomatitis
  • Tooth resorption assessment and treatment
  • Cat-friendly handling and hospitalisation protocols throughout the patient journey
  • Advanced anaesthetic monitoring for dental and oral surgical procedures
  • Tailored analgesia plans for all patients
  • Dedicated perioperative nursing care and recovery monitoring.
  • Rapid on-site blood and urine analysis
  • Access to specialist external laboratories for advanced histopathology and diagnostic testing where required
  • 24-hour inpatient nursing and monitoring where clinically indicated
  • Access to oxygen therapy, nutritional support, and intensive care facilities for complex or unstable patients
  • Multidisciplinary support from other specialist services within the hospital

Dentistry Referral Packages

nvestigation and treatment costs are tailored to each individual patient and vary depending on case complexity, imaging requirements, and the procedures performed.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Anaesthetic costs associated with procedures are included within treatment packages
  • Ongoing medications and long-term homecare products are not included, as these vary between patients

For a detailed estimate tailored to your patient’s needs, please contact our referral team.

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Referring a patient to Internal Medicine at Eden Veterinary Referrals is straightforward:

  • Step 1: Complete our online referral form, including patient history, current medications, and any relevant diagnostic results or imaging.
  • Step 2: Our referral team will contact the client directly to arrange an appointment and discuss case logistics.
  • Step 3: Patients are admitted as either day cases or inpatients depending on clinical requirements and the procedures planned.
  • Step 4: Investigations and treatment are performed by the dentistry team, with findings and recommendations communicated directly to the referring veterinary surgeon.
  • Step 5: Ongoing support and communication are provided throughout the case, including aftercare guidance and follow-up recommendations.

For referral advice or assistance, contact our team directly.

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Referring veterinarians can submit cases via our website or contact us at 01270 439277.

Dr Nicola Hoyle – BVM BVS MRCVS PgCertDent (WBIS)

Nicola qualified from the University of Nottingham in 2019 and has since completed a certificate in small animal dentistry.
She is passionate about providing high-quality dental care to improve patient comfort and quality of life, taking a calm and thorough approach with every patient. Nicola also enjoys working closely with owners to support dental care at home and believes client education plays an important role in maintaining long-term oral health.
Outside of work, Nicola loves spending time with her whippet, Minnie, who keeps her busy and makes sure life is never boring. She also enjoys keeping fit with reformer pilates and trips to the theatre whenever she can — with The Lion King being a firm favourite.

Emily Philip – RVN NCert (Dent)

Emily is a Registered Veterinary Nurse with a Nursing Certificate in Dentistry. She plays an important role within the dentistry team, supporting both clinical procedures and inpatient care for dental and oral surgery patients.
She has a strong interest in dental nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, and patient comfort during dental procedures. Emily is dedicated to ensuring high standards of nursing care and supporting smooth, efficient patient journeys through the referral service.
Our dentistry service is supported by a dedicated nursing team experienced in anaesthesia, dental procedures, inpatient care, and patient recovery.