Professional Teeth Cleaning
​& Digital Dental X-Ray

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By age 3, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some kind of dental disease. Poor oral hygiene doesn't just cause bad breath, it can lead to tooth loss, painful abscesses, difficulty eating, and other serious health concerns involving vital organs!

Have your pet's teeth checked sooner than later if you observe any of the following problems:
  • bad breath
  • broken or loose teeth
  • extra teeth or retained baby teeth
  • teeth that are discolored or covered in tartar
  • abnormal chewing, drooling, or dropping food from the mouth
  • reduced appetite or refusal to eat
  • pain in or around the mouth
  • bleeding from the mouth
  • swelling in the areas surrounding the mouth

AT-HOME PREP

  • The night before the anesthetic procedure, please remove all food AND water access by 10pm for safety anesthesia safety the next day.
  • In the morning, give all prescribed medications as usual, unless directed otherwise by the veterinarian.
  • Arrive at the hospital between 8am - 9am to check in so we can begin patient prep.
  • For a faster check-in, please fill out BOTH of the following required forms (including signature) and bring with you the morning of the procedure.

DURING PROCEDURE

  • Pre-Anesthetic Blood Work (ready in 20 minutes)
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • IV Fluids Administration
  • Anesthesia
  • Vital Monitoring
  • Topical Anesthetic (gums)
  • Full Mouth Digital X-Rays
  • Oral Exam
  • Scaling
  • Antibacterial Rinse
  • Polishing
  • Fluoride Treatment and Rinse
  • Wax Sealant
  • Laser Therapy Session (gums)
  • Any other necessary treatments, such as a local anesthetic block and extraction(s), found as a result from the oral exam and digital dental x-rays.

AFTER

Once your pet’s teeth are clean, routine dental care at home will help maintain oral health and minimize the need for professional dental cleanings to no more than once a year.

GOOD option: a daily dental *enzymatic* chew, such as C.E.T. HEXtra or C.E.T. IntelliDent Chews.

BETTER option: a daily water additive with probiotics to control bad breath and plaque, like AquaDent.

BEST option: Tooth brushing daily with pet-safe *enzymatic* toothpaste. (We have training kits available!)

Our veterinarians recommend that all pet's have their teeth brushed daily using pet-safe toothpaste. While nothing beats regular brushing, oral rinses, dental diets, and dental treats with enzymes and antiseptics can help reduce the bacteria and plaque that lead to tartar formation. We have a variety of at home daily dental care options available in-house that are guaranteed!

No matter what daily care option you choose, be consistent and see your veterinarian regularly for wellness check ups-- which include a peek at the teeth. Remember early diagnosis and treatment are the best defense against serious dental disease and medical conditions involving vital organs.