Your pet’s dental health is not an afterthought for us, as many serious complications later in life have been linked to poor oral health.

Early detection and treatment of periodontal issues can not only reduce severe pain but also reduce your pet’s likelihood of developing secondary kidney, liver, and heart muscle changes over time. For example, there is strong research indicating that the bacteria found in pet dental disease are the same bacteria implicated in heart disease later on.

Our hospitals are equipped with new dental units to make your pet’s dental experience as safe and effective as possible. We have digital dental x-rays to reduce the amount of exposure your pet has to radiation during their procedure. This technology also provides higher quality images so nothing gets overlooked.

In order to safely and thoroughly clean and assess the teeth, all patients are placed under anesthesia. During every dental procedure, a trained technician monitors your pet’s vitals nonstop with ECG, pulse oximetry, temperature controls, blood pressure and capnograph.

Regular dental cleanings are an important piece of your pet’s overall health “puzzle.” Please reach out if your pet is due, so we can prevent or intervene on silent dental pain and help prevent more serious complications down the road. As for slobbery kisses go, you won’t mind the fresher breath either!