Dogs and cats get plaque and tartar on their teeth just like we do. Because they cannot brush their teeth themselves, they need some help from their owners and veterinary staff to help keep their teeth clean. Signs of dental disease can include bad breath, excessive salivation, pawing at the mouth, refusal to eat dry food, loss of appetite, and sensitivity around the mouth. Our Standard of Care includes dental care for your pet.
Dental disease can cause problems for pets:
- Bad Breath
- Tooth Decay
- Bleeding Gums
- Tooth and Bone Loss
- Heart, Liver, and Kidney Damage due to bacteria from periodontal disease entering the bloodstream
Dental Exam and Treatment
To reduce the risk of these dental-related health issues, we offer a dental exam as part of your pet’s wellness exam. Annual dental exams can help prevent dental disease or determine when professional dental cleaning is necessary. We offer in-house ultrasonic dental cleaning which is performed under anesthetic.
Dental Radiology
Pets can have a “toothache” just like we do. Unfortunately, they can’t tell us when they hurt. Often, the pain is hidden. Dental radiology gives us the capability to take dental X-rays to better identify problem areas in a pet’s mouth. Sometimes, it is necessary to extract diseased teeth. Our veterinarians can then extract the diseased teeth while your pet is anesthetized for a dental cleaning.
