Dentistry is an important part of any animal’s health. Dental disease
does not only cause pain and discomfort, but may also lead to more
serious conditions. It is now known that poor dental hygiene can be
responsible for heart, kidney and liver disease due to the showering of
the blood stream with bacteria. Halitosis (bad breath) and premature
tooth loss are the more obvious effects of poor dental care. Daily
brushing is the best prevention for dental disease but we understand
that it is not always possible to perform on all pets. Our veterinarians
are available to discuss with you the alternatives available to help keep
your pet’s teeth clean and healthy. When that is not enough to
manage your pet’s dental health, a dental exam and cleaning under
anesthesia can be performed. Sometimes dental radiographs (X-rays)
are needed to assess the health of the tooth and determine what
needs to be done with that tooth (teeth). Dental month promotions are
provided twice a year to help make it easier to get routine dental care
performed on your pet.
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