Dental Services
Dental Health is Vital to Your Pet’s Longevity
Dental problems can cause a lot more than just bad breath in cats and dogs. Food accumulates in the mouth and breeds bacteria that in turn attacks the gums and root of the tooth. Eventually, the bacteria can enter the bloodstream and lodge in your pet's heart, kidneys, and lungs, potentially causing organ failure. Simply put, healthy pets have healthy teeth.
According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have oral disease by the age of 3. Dental disease is the most frequently diagnosed health problem in pets. Small breed dogs present with dental and gum disease early in life, while medium to large breed dogs usually present with symptoms after 4 years. In cats, dental problems can cause kidney disease, the number one cause of feline death.
Our veterinarians will examine your pet's teeth during every wellness check, and recommend ways you can care for your pet at home. But in many cases, general anesthesia is required to understand the full scope of dental disease. Once the pet is asleep, we not only diagnose the dental problem: we can also take immediate action to clean tartar, apply fluoride, extract teeth, and take other steps as needed.
For your pet's sake, schedule a dental exam today.