Walton Way Veterinary Clinic offers high-quality pet dental care, including routine cleaning, polishing, and tooth extractions. Dental care is an essential part of your pet’s overall health care, just like it is for us!
Our experienced veterinarians recommend initiating regular dental cleanings and exams when your pets are young to prevent the development of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease in pets begins with bacteria in the mouth that hardens and forms plaque, just as it does in people.
If not removed during routine checkups and cleanings by your veterinarian, the bacteria will accumulate, harden into tartar, and can lead to periodontal disease (disease of the structures around the tooth, such as the gums, bone, and connective tissue). In addition to problems with teeth and gums, once periodontal disease is established, constant exposure to bacteria can cause damage to major organs of the body, such as the heart, liver, and kidneys.
Dental Health is Whole Body Health
The doctors at Walton Way Veterinary Clinic recommend initiating regular dental cleanings and exams when pets are young to prevent the development of periodontal disease. Routine checkups, including dental X-rays and cleanings from your veterinarian, are vital to keeping your pet healthy and avoiding dental problems before they affect your pet’s overall health. Brushing your pet’s teeth between cleanings and supplying them with oral hygiene chews are additional preventive measures for optimal pet dental care.
If you notice your pets exhibiting the following symptoms, they may be suffering from periodontal disease and require evaluation:
- Abnormal chewing, drooling, or dropping food from the mouth
- Bad breath
- Bleeding from the mouth
- Broken, loose, or discolored teeth
- Gum recession and/or gum swelling
- Pain in or around the mouth
- Pawing at the face or mouth
- Reduced appetite or refusal to eat
- Swelling of the face
- Weight loss
Call Walton Way Veterinary Clinic today to schedule your pet’s dental care appointment.