Signs of dental problems in your pet may include:
If you are seeing any of theses signs we recommend to schedule an appointment with one of our doctors. A comprehensive oral exam can help us determine the best course of action for you and your pet.
Animals need a general anesthetic to be able to evaluate and clean each tooth individually, unfortunately telling them to open wide doesn't quite work.
Once anesthetised the large pieces of tartar are removed then the surface of the tooth is fully cleaned with an ultrasonic scaler.
One of the most important things done is to clean gently but thoroughly below the gum line in whats called the periodontal space. This is the area where plaque and bacteria can build up leading to tartar which destroys the tooth's attachment to the bone.
The next step is to use a special tool to evaluate the gum pockets for periodontal disease on each tooth.
Once fully cleaned and evaluated the teeth are polished to smooth out any abrasions that may be left post scaling and a final disinfection wipe is done.
It is important to not that the process described above cannot be replaced with "anesthetic free" dental cleanings. These cosmetic cleanings do not address the area below the gum line where periodontal disease occurs.
There are multiple management strategies you can implement at home to help keep your pets mouth as healthy as possible
There are multiple products that you can use to help keep your pet's mouth happy and healthy. Bones of any variety and antlers are not recommended as they are too hard and will break teeth easily.
The Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) evaluates pet dental products to ensure they actually do what they claim to do in regards to plaque and tartar control. Click on the link below to see a list of VOHC approved products .
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