To be sure you're doing everything to protect your pet's health, make regular dental examinations and cleanings a part of your pet's preventative care plan. If left untreated, dental disease can not only be painful and inhibit proper nutrition but can also lead to serious issues that may threaten your pet's health.

Symptoms of dental disease include:

· Bad breath
· A yellowish-brown crust of plaque on the teeth near the gum line
· Red/swollen gums
· Pain or bleeding when your pet eats or when the mouth or gums are touched
· Decreased appetite or difficulty eating
· Loose or missing teeth

At our hospital, your pet's dental appointment may include:

· Oral examinations under anesthesia
· Ultrasonic scaling
· Polishing
· Irrigation
· Dental radiographs
· Diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease
· Tooth extractions

Should we find any issues, we will discuss them with you and offer treatment options.