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.