Dentistry
Regular dental exams and cleanings are crucial for your pet's overall health and well-being. By keeping their mouth clean and healthy, you can prevent many health issues and ensure a happy and active life for your furry friend. Schedule an appointment with your veterinarian today to give your pet the best possible care.
Why do pets need dental care?
If you’ve ever had a toothache, you know how much oral health affects quality of life! Unfortunately, dental disease is so common in dogs and cats that nearly all adult dogs and cats suffer from some form of oral pain.
Dental disease is a common problem in dogs and cats, which can lead to bad breath, gum disease, pain, infection, and tooth loss. It can also put a strain on vital organs, leading to heart, liver, and kidney disease. The only way to treat dental disease is with a Complete Oral Health Assessment and Treatment (“COHAT”), which is a dentistry procedure performed by a licensed veterinarian, under general anesthetic. The procedure involves scaling, polishing, and a fluoride treatment on your furry family member’s mouth. Just like in human dentistry, dental X-rays are performed to assess below the gumline. Your veterinarian will evaluate the X-rays for signs of bone loss or tooth root abscesses. They will probe to assess for any pockets that have formed below the gumline, extract any diseased teeth, and finish with post-extraction X-rays. Comfort is always top-of-mind at Neighbourhood Pet Clinic, so your little one will be sent home with pain medication to keep them comfortable in the days following their extractions.