Dogs and cats in Etobicoke, ON, are not too different from us when it comes to dental care. Poor cleaning ends up resulting in gum disease, decay, cavities and eventually loss of teeth altogether. For animals, losing their teeth can be a big problem. Both dogs and cats, as well as other species, use their teeth both for eating as well as for grooming and even defense. To lose their teeth altogether handicaps an animal. We at Richview Animal Hospital can provide pet dental radiology and other pet dental care services to help detect and treat dental problems in pets.
Preventative Care Counts
One of the best ways to prevent tooth problems in cats and dogs, in addition to regular teeth cleaning, involves dental exams at a “veterinarian near me.” Veterinarians at our animal hospital can use dental radiology to see what’s really going on with a pet’s teeth, especially if the animal doesn’t necessarily want to be cooperative during the exam and just opens its mouth easily. This approach provides a picture of what’s going on in your pet’s mouth as well as the condition of the regular teeth exposed.
Pets Won’t Brush Their Own Teeth
Unfortunately, no matter how smart a dog or cat can become with training, he will never master the simple art of brushing their teeth. As a result, aside from using cleaning snacks, a way to provide care is to see what’s going on with their dental condition and then apply direct treatment. Unaddressed dental problems can accumulate, including the pet's less willingness to eat, pain, discomfort and general uncooperative pet behavior as the animal suffers with each mouth movement.
Frequency of Exams and Review
Generally, animals should have a dental review at least once a year. Signs of dental problems include notable bad breath, swollen gums, missing teeth, and discoloration from growths. Even in good health, an annual dental checkup and review may be advised beyond just a telemedicine consultation. Remember, dogs age faster than humans, so a yearly check catches issues before they develop fast. Dental radiology can help diagnose these problems.
Visit a Dental Veterinarian at Our Animal Hospital in Etobicoke, ON
We at Richview Animal Hospital in Etobicoke, ON, can provide animal dental care. With a robust veterinarian team, fully trained and versed in different pets and animal needs, as well as providing different options for animal health treatment, we are here to help your pet recover from his dental problems and stay healthy. Our team can also provide animal telemedicine for patients and their pet owners who might be remote and can't travel as easily. Call us at (416) 245-8805 for help from a “veterinarian near me.”
