We protect your pet's oral health with regular checks, ultrasonic scaling and extractions when necessary — and we'll teach you practical home dental care, too.
Watch for these signs
Bad breath, yellow-brown build-up on the teeth, red or bleeding gums, drooling, chewing on one side, reluctance to eat and pawing at the face are the most common signs of dental trouble. Cats hide dental pain especially well — reduced appetite is sometimes the only clue.
How is a dental cleaning done?
An effective, safe dental cleaning is performed under light anesthesia — this allows cleaning below the gum line and spares your pet the stress of the procedure. We check anesthesia safety beforehand with an exam and any needed tests. Polishing afterwards smooths the enamel surface, which delays new tartar build-up.
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer anesthesia-free dental cleaning?
No. Anesthesia-free cleaning is stressful for the animal and ineffective — it can't reach below the gum line, so it improves appearance without treating the disease.
How often does my pet need a dental cleaning?
It depends on breed, age and diet — small-breed dogs are especially prone to tartar. We check the mouth at every annual exam and tell you when a cleaning is due.
Does scaling damage the teeth?
No. Ultrasonic scaling doesn't harm enamel, and the polish afterwards smooths the surface, delaying new build-up. The real damage happens when tartar is left in place.
My dog's breath is terrible — will changing food fix it?
Bad breath usually comes from tartar and gum inflammation, not the food, so a diet change won't fix the source. Let's start with a quick oral exam.
How do I start brushing my pet's teeth at home?
Go gradually: first touch the gums with a finger, then move on to a pet-specific toothpaste and brush. Never use human toothpaste — some ingredients are toxic to pets. We'll show you the technique at your visit.
Can my pet eat after an extraction?
Usually yes — soft food the same day, and a soft diet for a few days afterwards. You'll go home with a written pain-management and feeding plan.