Has the veterinarian told you time and time again that your pet has dental disease? Took home the PetzLife gel but haven’t gotten around to using it? Too difficult to brush your pet’s teeth? Are your pet’s teeth “out of sight out, out of mind”? Have you been using all the recommended products and your pet still has dental disease?
Your pet’s teeth and gums undergo a significant amount of wear through the years, depending on diet,environment, and genetics. Even in younger animals, plaque accumulates on teeth and under the gum line daily. Hard food, toys, and gels are often not enough to remove the plaque build-up.
Most dogs and cats do not receive regular preventative dental care so plaque buildup hardens into a cement-like substance called tartar. Gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and periodontitis (inflammation of the teeth) result from excess tartar. If left untreated, diseased teeth and gums cause significant pain. In addition, bacteria from the mouth can more easily enter the bloodstream and cause infections in major organs such as the heart, liver and kidneys. Regular dental cleanings can help prevent tooth decay, tooth loss and serious gum infections. A healthy mouth greatly improves quality of life and… your friend will have fresher breath!
At Redding Veterinary Hospital, our veterinarians will perform a careful dental examination. If necessary, a thorough professional cleaning under anesthesia will be recommended. Depending on the severity of dental disease, surgical tooth extraction procedure may be discussed. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork and urinalysis are strongly recommended to ensure your pet is healthy for anesthesia. We use only the safest anesthetic protocols, and your pet is fully monitored while under anesthesia.
During the dental cleaning, all teeth will be ultrasonically scaled and polished above and below the gum line and the veterinarian will carefully examine the health of the teeth and gums. Your pet will be treated with care and compassion! Your pet’s dental health needs can be performed while boarding or during a grooming visi, with prior arrangement. We also have drop off options for busy schedules. Please call the office at (203)-438-3761 to schedule an appointment or for more information!