Dental Care
Here at Bells Ferry Veterinary Hospital , dental care is extremely important to us.
Despite what many pet owners may believe, dog breath is not just a nuisance - it's a sign of an unhealthy mouth. Bad breath is caused by bacteria. Over time, bacteria lead to plaque and tartar buildup on your pet's teeth. The result is bad breath, reddened gums, and other common signs of dental disease. As dental disease progresses, other signs can include drooling, discomfort while chewing, and loose or missing teeth. Even if you're using treats and chews to help control tartar buildup, these are often not enough to keep dental disease in check. Ask us about the best ways to control plaque and help protect your pet from dental disease.
Dental hygiene is an important part of your pet's health because dental disease can be associated with other serious health problems, such as heart disease and kidney disease. But how do you know if your pet has a healthy mouth? Let us examine your pet's teeth and gums to help determine if there are any dental issues you should know about. After a brief visual examination, we may recommend a more detailed examination (which requires sedation), a dental cleaning, or options for at-home dental care.
We believe that a clean and healthy mouth will extend the longevity of your pet, as well as his or her overall well-being. We have an up-to-date dental scaling and polishing machine. Preventing oral issues is just as important for your pet's overall health. Plus, you'll get the added bonus of his or her cleaner mouth and fresher breath.
Dental hygiene is an important part of your pet's health because dental disease can be associated with other serious health problems, such as heart disease and kidney disease. But how do you know if your pet has a healthy mouth? Let us examine your pet's teeth and gums to help determine if there are any dental issues you should know about. After a brief visual examination, we may recommend a more detailed examination (which requires sedation), a dental cleaning, or options for at-home dental care.
We believe that a clean and healthy mouth will extend the longevity of your pet, as well as his or her overall well-being. We have an up-to-date dental scaling and polishing machine. Preventing oral issues is just as important for your pet's overall health. Plus, you'll get the added bonus of his or her cleaner mouth and fresher breath.
