Canine/Feline Dental Care
A dental cleaning, also sometimes called a "prophy" or prophylaxis, is a cleaning and polishing of a cat or dog's teeth.
Pet dental care is important for several reasons:
Pet dental care is important for several reasons:
- Gum infections can cause your pet pain and discomfort.
- Gum and teeth infections can lead to other infections throughout the body (heart, kidney, liver, etc.)
- Halitosis (bad breath) can make your pet unpleasant to be around.
- Addressing problems early can save your pet discomfort and can save you money in the long run.
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Common indications for dental treatment include (but are not limited to):
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Dental Treatment Plan
Dental Consultation Examination:
At the time of the pre-surgical evaluation our veterinarian will give your pet a full physical exam and educate you about the dental procedure. The Veterinarian will explain what will happen with your pet on the day of the dental procedure and inform you of any potential risks.
Pre-Anesthetic Bloodwork: In-Clinic Chemistry
A pre-anesthetic chemistry panel with complete blood count (CBC) is strongly recommended to maximize patient safety and alert our staff to the presence of dehydration, diabetes, kidney or liver disease in your pet which could complicate the procedure. The CBC will show if your pet has adequate oxygen carrying capacity, and to diagnose potential infection or anemia. These tests are also helpful for creating a baseline that may allow for faster, more accurate diagnoses in the event that your pet's health was to change in the future.
Ask about reduced price available when scheduled 48 hours in advance of elected procedures.
Antibiotics:
Dental antibiotics are required and necessary to reduce the bacteria residing in dental calculus and plaque and help prevent bacteria from entering the bloodstream during dental procedures. Administration begins 3 days before the dental and continues 3 days post dental procedures.
Dental Procedure:
Your pets dental will include the following:
Why do we need to take x-rays? My pet just needs a cleaning.
Dental x-rays allow the internal anatomy of your pet’s teeth which are the roots and the bone that surrounds the roots to be examined. Dental radiographs are taken using digital sensors placed inside your pet's mouth and provide a superior quality image for examination of individual teeth or sections of the jaws. Intra-oral radiographs (x-rays) allow us to evaluate the bone and tooth-supporting structures, where the majority of oral disease occurs, in addition to the teeth themselves. 2/3 of an animal’s tooth is below the gum line where you can’t see it and so is 2/3 of the disease which can cause tooth loss and pain. Radiographs allow for a much more accurate diagnosis of dental disease and provide a base line for diagnosis of future dental issues.
Dental Surgery/Extractions:
Root planning, gingival curette, gingival flaps, surgical removal of teeth or other measures may be required when severe periodontal disease is present.
Consil Application: (in the event of bone affecting extractions)
Consil is a synthetic bone graft material. Consil accelerates the healing process by facilitating bone regeneration and repair of bony defects while contributing to patient comfort and well being.
Clindoral Application: (in the event of periodontal pockets)
Applied after extractions or deep periodontal cleaning in areas where deep pockets in the gum have formed due to periodontal disease. Clindoral fills pockets with antibiotic; helps eliminate bacteria and reduce pocket depth to form a normal gum line.
Orovet Gel Sealant Application: FREE with purchase of OraVet Dental Hygiene Chews
Sealant helps prevent plaque and bacteria from adhering to teeth for up to two weeks.
At the time of the pre-surgical evaluation our veterinarian will give your pet a full physical exam and educate you about the dental procedure. The Veterinarian will explain what will happen with your pet on the day of the dental procedure and inform you of any potential risks.
Pre-Anesthetic Bloodwork: In-Clinic Chemistry
A pre-anesthetic chemistry panel with complete blood count (CBC) is strongly recommended to maximize patient safety and alert our staff to the presence of dehydration, diabetes, kidney or liver disease in your pet which could complicate the procedure. The CBC will show if your pet has adequate oxygen carrying capacity, and to diagnose potential infection or anemia. These tests are also helpful for creating a baseline that may allow for faster, more accurate diagnoses in the event that your pet's health was to change in the future.
Ask about reduced price available when scheduled 48 hours in advance of elected procedures.
Antibiotics:
Dental antibiotics are required and necessary to reduce the bacteria residing in dental calculus and plaque and help prevent bacteria from entering the bloodstream during dental procedures. Administration begins 3 days before the dental and continues 3 days post dental procedures.
Dental Procedure:
Your pets dental will include the following:
- Full day of monitoring (before and after procedure)
- Individualized anesthetic protocols
- Pulse oximetry and EKG monitoring under anesthesia
- Sophisticated dental probing, scaling and polishing equipment
- Full mouth dental X-rays and high-quality drilling tools
- Charting of teeth for individualized dental records
- Technicians specifically trained and/or certified in dental hygiene techniques
- Full dental/oral examination by the veterinarian
Why do we need to take x-rays? My pet just needs a cleaning.
Dental x-rays allow the internal anatomy of your pet’s teeth which are the roots and the bone that surrounds the roots to be examined. Dental radiographs are taken using digital sensors placed inside your pet's mouth and provide a superior quality image for examination of individual teeth or sections of the jaws. Intra-oral radiographs (x-rays) allow us to evaluate the bone and tooth-supporting structures, where the majority of oral disease occurs, in addition to the teeth themselves. 2/3 of an animal’s tooth is below the gum line where you can’t see it and so is 2/3 of the disease which can cause tooth loss and pain. Radiographs allow for a much more accurate diagnosis of dental disease and provide a base line for diagnosis of future dental issues.
Dental Surgery/Extractions:
Root planning, gingival curette, gingival flaps, surgical removal of teeth or other measures may be required when severe periodontal disease is present.
Consil Application: (in the event of bone affecting extractions)
Consil is a synthetic bone graft material. Consil accelerates the healing process by facilitating bone regeneration and repair of bony defects while contributing to patient comfort and well being.
Clindoral Application: (in the event of periodontal pockets)
Applied after extractions or deep periodontal cleaning in areas where deep pockets in the gum have formed due to periodontal disease. Clindoral fills pockets with antibiotic; helps eliminate bacteria and reduce pocket depth to form a normal gum line.
Orovet Gel Sealant Application: FREE with purchase of OraVet Dental Hygiene Chews
Sealant helps prevent plaque and bacteria from adhering to teeth for up to two weeks.
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OraVet Dental Hygiene Chews
$15.00 ~ $60.00 for a 14-30 count box, various sizes available. Each chew releases delmopinol HCI, an ingredient that coats the teeth, tongue and gingiva to create a protective barrier against the bacteria that causes bad breath and are the basis for plaque. |
