Dentistry
for Dogs & Cats

Periodontal disease is the most common disease diagnosed in dogs and cats — and it's almost entirely preventable. Left untreated, dental disease causes chronic pain, tooth loss, and bacteria that can spread to the heart, kidneys, and liver. A professional dental cleaning is the only way to address disease below the gumline.

Unlike human dentistry, veterinary dental cleanings require general anesthesia. This is not optional — it's the only way to safely clean below the gumline, take diagnostic radiographs, and perform a thorough oral examination. Anesthesia-free dental cleanings are cosmetic only and do not address the disease where it lives.

• Pre-anesthetic bloodwork and physical exam
• Full-mouth digital dental radiographs
• Supragingival and subgingival scaling
• Periodontal probing of every tooth
• Polishing to smooth enamel surface
• Fluoride treatment
• Oral surgery as needed (extractions, periodontal treatment)

When teeth are too diseased to save, extraction is the kindest option. Retained diseased teeth cause chronic pain that pets cannot communicate. Our veterinarians are trained in surgical extraction techniques and provide appropriate pain management for every patient.

• Simple and surgical extractions
• Retained deciduous (baby) tooth removal
• Oral mass removal and biopsy
• Jaw fracture stabilization

Professional cleanings are the foundation, but home care extends the time between cleanings and slows the progression of disease. We'll show you how to brush your pet's teeth and recommend products that have earned the VOHC (Veterinary Oral Health Council) seal.

• Toothbrushing technique demonstration
• VOHC-approved dental chews and diets
• Water additives and oral rinses
• Dental health recheck schedule