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Has Halitosis Harry Moved In? Is Your Pet Singing the Pearly White Blues?
Presenting Pet Dental and Oral Care Services at the All Animal Clinic
Does your cat have doggy breath? Does your dog have reddened gums or discolored teeth? These are all common signs of dental disease in animals.
Proper dental care is vital for our pet’s good health. Left  untreated, problems with teeth and gums can lead to gingivitis, periodontitis, bone infection, dental abscess, and tooth loss. Besides the unpleasant odor, oral disease is painful and can lead to disease in other parts of the body.
Because most pets do not usually brush their teeth daily, soft plaque easily accumulates and hardens into tartar. The gums become inflamed, a condition called gingivitis, and periodontal disease can develop, leading to gum recession, looseness of teeth, and tooth root abscesses. If left untreated, infection can then spread to other parts of the body such as the kidneys and liver.
All pets should be have wellness exams by your veterinarian who will check for signs of dental disease and determine if a dental cleaning is needed. Thorough cleaning of a pet's teeth requires general anesthesia. At the All Animal Care Clinic all animals undergoing a dental cleaning receive pre-anesthetic blood work, a short-acting inhalant anesthetic, and pain medication (if needed) to minimize risk and maximize comfort. An ultrasonic scaler is used to remove plaque and tartar and careful attention is paid to each tooth both above and below the gum line. The teeth are then polished and given a fluoride treatment to protect the enamel surface.
 After every dental procedure at the All Animal Care Clinic, your pet goes home with a pearly white and clean teeth and you are instructed on the various aspects of home dental care.
Of course, regular brushing is most effective at preventing plaque and tartar buildup and some pets take to it quite well. In addition, there are edible treats for both dogs and cats that help break down the bacteria which cause periodontal disease.
Please feel free to ask us about the various components of successful dental care for your pet.
Our Dental Services include:
- Dental Examination
- Routine Dental Prophylaxis (Cleaning)
- Tartar Removal
- Digital Dental X-ray
- Gingival & Periodontal Disease Management
- Vaccination Against Periodontal Infections
- Oral Surgery & Extractions
- Dental Anesthesia/ Pain Management
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