Your Trusted Animal Dental Clinic

Published on December 20th, 2016

Your pet’s oral health is actually very similar to yours. It has been found that 95% of cats and dogs will have a dental disease that requires treatment during some point in their lives. Would you go months without flossing and brushing your teeth, or go years without making a trip to the dentist? That’s exactly what happens to 70% of cats, and 80% of dogs. Therefore, many suffer from some form of dental disease by the time they are three years of age. Pet owners are often unaware of the fact that their pets can suffer from dental diseases, and that this can cause bad breath and an immense amount of pain. It has been found that there is a connection between oral diseases and systematic diseases that can affect an animal’s vital organs such as the kidneys, heart, and liver. You can ensure that your pet gets great dental care at an animal dental clinic.

How a Veterinarian Can Help with Dental Care for Your Pet 

  • Your pet will get a complete dental examination during a normal wellness visit to assess their oral health.
  • A veterinarian can determine whether your pet needs a nonanesthetic dental cleaning, or they should be put under general anesthesia.
  • Your veterinarian can provide regular dental cleanings for your pet so their mouth remains pain-free and healthy.
  • Your pet will perform dental x-rays, so dental disease lurking below the gum line can be exposed.

The Right Dental Clinic

All dental cleanings for your pet should be performed in an animal dental clinic. The main reason is because your pet may require advanced dental cleaning services with anesthetic. Additionally, X-rays will be taken when your pet is under anesthesia so any pathology below the gum line can be revealed. If your pet does need dental care that is more advanced than a cleaning, your veterinarian will help you determine which procedure is best for your pet based on their overall health. It is very important that you always use a licensed veterinarian for oral care for your pet. Our animal dental clinic at Portage Park Animal Hospital and Dental Clinic has a staff of experienced professionals who will make sure that your pets’ oral health is in tip-top shape, and can also teach you how to properly brush their teeth at home. Contact us to schedule a complimentary dental consultation today!

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