Watch: A pet parent explains their experience with getting a dental cleaning for their dog
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The most obvious signs are bad breath, tartar buildup on the teeth, and swollen gums. But both dogs and cats are extremely good at hiding pain, so it’s not always obvious without a professional examination.
A full cleaning of the teeth and gums under general anesthesia, with dental x-rays to check for hidden signs of disease beneath the gums. Some patients also need to have one or more teeth extracted depending on how severe their disease is.
Properly administered anesthesia is generally extremely safe for both dogs and cats. But for older patients and those with organ problems, it can be riskier. It varies on an individual patient to patient basis, and it’s a discussion best had with your pet’s doctor during a dental exam.
Crucial. Most of the disease process happens underneath the gumline where it’s not visible to the naked eye. Dental X-rays give us a 360 view of your pet’s teeth, allowing us to see exactly what needs to be done to keep them happy and healthy.
The price of the procedure varies depending on the patient and whether we find serious signs of disease on their teeth during the dental x-rays. We also offer affordable payment plans with care credit to ensure that every pet parent is able to afford the dental care their pet needs.