Caring for the Oral Health of Lethbridge Dogs & Cats
Routine dental care can help to preserve your pet's oral health, yet preventive dental care is often neglected. Lack of attention to your dog or cat's oral health can result in painful dental issues and periodontal disease.
At our Lethbridge veterinary hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of dental care services for our four-legged patients. Our services include routine care, such as dental exams, teeth cleanings, and polishing, as well as dental X-rays and surgeries including as jaw fracture repair, tooth extraction, and gum disease treatment.
We also provide dental health guidance to pet owners, giving them the vital information they need to care for their companion's teeth between appointments.
Teeth Cleaning & Examinations
Annual dental exams allow us to detect the earliest signs of oral health problems and provide prompt treatment to help prevent your companion from experiencing chronic pain or discomfort.
Regular dental cleaning for our furry friends works just like our own cleanings. The veterinarian can clean away built-up plaque and tartar to help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
Dog and cat dental appointments typically involve the following:
Dental Surgery for Dogs & Cats
Although we strongly believe that prevention is better than a cure, we recognize that preventive efforts are not always 100% successful. When required, our Lethbridge veterinarians perform dental surgery to help restore good oral health to our patients.
Our team understands that it can be overwhelming to learn that your pet requires dental surgery. We will do all we can to make this process as stress-free as possible, for you and your cherished pet.
Your dog or cat will be provided with anesthesia before their dental surgery to ensure they are comfortable and do not experience any pain.
We will take the time to explain each step of the process to you in detail before the procedure, including preparation and post-operative care requirements.
Signs of Pet Dental Health Issues
If your pet is showing any of the following symptoms, it's time for a dental checkup.
- Tartar buildup
- Loose and/or broken teeth
- Extra teeth or retained baby teeth
- Bleeding from the mouth
- Bad breath
- Drooling
- Pain or swelling in or around the mouth
- Reduced appetite or refusal to eat
- Dropping food from the mouth
- Abnormal chewing
- Discoloured teeth
FAQs About Pet Dental Care
If you'd like to learn more about dog and cat dental care at Chinook Pet Clinic, read through our answers to these frequently asked questions from our clients.
- Why do pets need their teeth cleaned?
- How often does my pet need their teeth cleaned?
- How can I tell if my pet has oral health issues?
- What long-term problems can poor oral health potentially cause in my pet?
- What should I do at home to keep my pet’s teeth clean between dental appointments?
- Why does my pet require anesthesia for their dental appointment?
- What issues may require dental surgery as treatment?