Complete Dental Care and Oral Hygiene
Dental disease affects most pets by age three, causing pain, tooth loss, and systemic infections. Our dentistry services include comprehensive oral exams, professional cleaning, digital dental radiographs, extractions, and home care guidance.
Performed under safe general anesthesia with full monitoring, dental procedures address tartar, gingivitis, periodontal disease, fractured teeth, and oral masses thoroughly. We also teach pet parents effective brushing techniques for ongoing maintenance at home.
- Full-mouth dental radiographs reveal hidden problems below the gum line accurately.
- Ultrasonic scaling removes plaque and calculus from both visible and subgingival surfaces.
- Tooth extractions performed when teeth are too damaged to save responsibly anymore.
- Personalized home dental care plans help slow the progression of future disease.
Frequently asked Questions
Oral health questions arise frequently during veterinary visits, and below we address concerns about ideal cleaning frequency, anesthesia safety considerations, and identifying early signs of dental disease.
Most adult dogs and cats benefit from annual professional dental cleanings, though small breeds and pets with crowded teeth may need them sooner.
Yes, anesthesia allows thorough cleaning below the gum line, dental radiographs, and treatment of painful problems impossible to perform safely while awake.
Bad breath, drooling, dropping food, pawing at the mouth, swollen gums, or visible tartar buildup all suggest dental disease requiring veterinary attention.