Pet Dental Care
Just like people, pets can benefit from having their teeth and gums taken care of. While some of them might be cooperative if you use a finger toothbrush, others flee as soon as you even approach them with it. The good news is if you live in or near San Diego, CA, you can bring your pet to our team at Tierrasanta Veterinary Hospital for proper pet dental care from an animal doctor near you. Our pet doctor is here to help.
Why Is Dental Care Important?
If your pet's teeth aren't taken care of, then plaque can start to form on them, causing a type of gum disease called gingivitis. This type is reversible, fortunately. If that plaque hardens and becomes tartar and gets under the gumline, however, then you may need the help of an animal doctor to remove it. If the tartar stays there too long, the gingivitis can become periodontitis, which can cause gum recession and tooth loss.
In addition to being very painful for your pet, bacteria can get into your pet’s bloodstream through his bleeding gums, which will become a serious threat to your pet’s health or even his life. As a result, lack of dental care can affect far more than your pet's mouth.
Cleaning Teeth
If it's determined that your pet needs to have a teeth cleaning, our staff will put him under anesthesia so the cleaning won't bother him. We will then clean the teeth and gums and possibly extract some problematic teeth. Afterwards, we will give your pet back to you, possibly a bit groggy from the anesthesia, but with healthier teeth and gums.
It may be a good idea to regularly check your pet's teeth and gums yourself. If he has had some redness, bleeding gums, or bad breath, it could be a sign your pet’s oral health is declining. If it continues to get worse, schedule an appointment with our veterinary team and we will do what we can to help him.
Get Vet Care and Pet Dental Care from a Veterinarian Near You on Our Team
Rather than search for a veterinarian near you, you can take your pet to our team at Tierrasanta Veterinary Hospital in San Diego, CA. We're ready to help all the pets in the area have the best teeth and gums. Contact us today to make an appointment with a pet doctor. Call us at (858) 292-6116 for vet care and pet dental care from a veterinarian near you on our veterinary team.
