Cats · Dental health
Gingivitis and Stomatitis in Cats
Gingivitis affects the gums, while stomatitis involves broader areas of the mouth.
Gingivitis affects the gums, while stomatitis involves broader areas of the mouth. Painful inflammation requires dental assessment and treatment directed at the underlying disease.
Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.
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