Dr. Danny DeRose is a 2006 graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph and is a Board Certified Veterinary Dentist™
After graduating, Dr. DeRose spent three years practicing both general and emergency medicine before owning and operating a successful small animal practice in York Region for eight years. His passion for veterinary dentistry ultimately led him to pursue specialty training in Dentistry and Oral Surgery.
From 2017 to 2021, Dr. DeRose completed a residency in Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery in Guelph, Ontario. During his residency, he also completed advanced training in the United States and Europe, further developing his expertise in oral surgery, endodontics, maxillofacial trauma, and advanced dental imaging.
Dr. DeRose is passionate about advancing the field of veterinary dentistry through education. He has lectured to veterinarians and veterinary students, provided hands-on continuing education in dental extraction techniques, and enjoys mentoring colleagues in the diagnosis and treatment of oral disease. He has a particular interest in integrating advanced imaging into clinical practice and was instrumental in bringing cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) technology to VEC, enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of complex dental and maxillofacial conditions.
As Head of the Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service at the Veterinary Emergency Clinic (VEC) in Toronto, Dr. DeRose is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for dogs and cats with oral and maxillofacial disease. He is committed to helping patients achieve a better quality of life by alleviating pain, restoring oral function, and preserving teeth whenever possible.
Dr. DeRose’s professional interests include:
- Oral and maxillofacial surgery
- Advanced periodontal therapy
- Root canal therapy and endodontics
- Maxillofacial fracture repair
- Oral tumors and oncologic surgery
- Feline chronic gingivostomatitis
- Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and advanced dental imaging
- Management of traumatic dental injuries
- Oral medicine and complex dental disease
Outside of the hospital, Dr. DeRose enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, his Nova Scotia Duck Toller, fishing, skiing, and cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays.
