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Just like humans, pets need to take care of their teeth too! Pets with poor dental health are more susceptible to periodontal disease along with many other systemic illnesses. Here at TotalBond Veterinary Hospital at Paw Creek, we adhere to a 3-step approach to dealing with a pet’s oral hygiene.
Dental Examinations
Dental examinations are conducted during a pet’s routine physical exam. One of our veterinarians will look at and inspect the areas in and around the mouth. Should we find any signs of infection of dental disease, we will discuss proper treatment options with you.
Signs that your pet may have an infection or dental disease:
- Bad Breath
- Swollen or bleeding gums
- Teeth are discolored
- Excessive drooling
- Pawing at the mouth area
- Appears in pain when they are eating or will not eat
- Is sensitive to touch, especially around the mouth area
Dental Cleanings
To keep a pets teeth in good health, a simple once or twice weekly brushing is not enough. Dental cleanings are performed under general anesthesia and clean both below and above the gumline. General anesthesia is required for all dental cleanings. This is done for the safety of the pet as well as our medical staff.
At the start of the dental procedure, digital radiographs will be taken of your pet’s mouth so that we can make a proper evaluation. Digital radiographs can reveal broken teeth below the gum line, tooth decay, and foreign objects. Tooth extractions are recommended if the damage to the teeth or gums are found to be irreversible. Extractions can alleviate the physical pain that afflicts your pet.
At-Home Dental Care
The easiest way to ensure that your pet maintains good oral hygiene is by doing your part as a pet owner to help them. We know that some owners may feel overwhelmed, or that they don’t have time to brush their pet’s teeth, but there are alternative options that are simple and hardly time-consuming.
We know that taking the time to brush your pet’s teeth and help them maintain proper dental hygiene may seem dreadful to some new pet owners, but we are here for you. Talk to one of our team members about the current state of your pet’s oral hygiene, and we will give you steps you can take to ensure that they are keeping their mouth bacteria-free. Your veterinarian can provide you with pet-safe dental product recommendations, such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental chews, and oral rinses. Talk to yours today and ask!
