Annual dental exams and cleanings are recommended to maintain a healthy mouth and protect your pet from health problems.
Pet Dentistry
West-Kelowna dog and cat teeth cleaning services.
Annual dental exams and cleanings are recommended to protect your pet from many health problems and help them maintain a healthy and clean mouth.
Studies show that 50% of all dogs and cats suffer from periodontal disease, with a sharp increase in pets over 3 years old. Neglecting pet dental care can lead to pain, tooth loss, infection, and even affect vital organs, including the heart, liver, and kidneys. This is why we recommend annual dental check-ups for your pet’s overall health.
Is Dental Care Essential for Dogs?
Dental issues and dental related diseases can easily be prevented by visiting our veterinarians regularly for dental examinations and cleanings. We offer a thorough approach to your pet’s oral health, including assessments, treatments, and preventive strategies to ensure your furry friend’s smile stays bright and healthy.
Why do Dogs and Cats Need Dental Care?
Many health problems start in the mouth. Issues like plaque, tartar, and gum disease can lead to more than tooth problems – and introduce harmful inflammation and infections in your pet. Dental disease is one of the most common problems that we see in dogs and cats. It can cause drooling, reluctance to eat, swelling, bad breath, redness of the gums, loose teeth and tooth discolouration.
What Happens During a Pet Dental?
Teeth Exams and Cleaning for Pets
Just like humans, dogs and cats need regular dental cleanings, but with one key difference: our pets need anesthesia to ensure a safe and thorough job. After teeth cleaning, our vets perform an in-depth oral exam to check for signs of disease like gym loss, root exposure, or pockets around the root. We also take full mouth X-rays. This critical step allows our vets to inspect below the gum line, catching any invisible conditions or diseases that can’t be seen during a standard exam.
Tooth Extractions for Dogs and Cats
We go the extra mile to preserve your pet’s teeth. However, in cases where periodontal disease has progressed too far, and saving the tooth isn’t feasible, we will extract teeth. Rest assured, we only recommend extraction when a tooth is beyond repair, ensuring the best outcome for your pet’s health and comfort.
Minor Oral Surgery
Our clinic is skilled in oral surgery, ensuring the safe removal of each tooth root when necessary. To keep your pet comfortable, we manage pain with medications both during their clinic visit and at home during recovery.