According to the American Veterinary Dental College periodontal disease is the most common condition affecting adult dogs and cats. If left untreated, dental disease can lead to:

• Severe gingivitis (gum disease)
• Abscesses (a complication of tooth decay, when a painful infection develops under the gumline)
• Tooth Loss Halitosis (Bad Breath)
• Systemic health effects from periodontal disease (i.e., dental disease affects overall health)

Unlike people, animals need anesthesia in order to have their teeth properly cleaned, evaluated and treated.

We recommend pre-anesthetic blood work and IV catheter with IV fluids during all dental procedures to ensure your pet’s safety. During anesthesia, a technician monitors your pet’s heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygenation, temperature, and respiratory rate.

While your pet is anesthetized we clean your pets’ teeth using an ultrasonic dental instrument called a “scaler”. We thoroughly examine your pet’s mouth, teeth and gums. It also allows us to take x rays and perform tooth extractions if needed.

Anesthesia free dentistry is where no sedation or anesthesia is given to your pet. A thorough oral exam, extractions, or dental x-rays can NOT be performed. We recommend visiting the American Veterinary Dental College prior to proceeding with an “anesthesia free” dental procedure.