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How often do you go to the dentist? Dogs and cats need dental care, too!
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We are now also offering Non-anesthetic Dentistry A thorough cleaning of the teeth is similar to what your dental hygienist performs. A combination of ultrasonic scaling and hand scaling remove the tartar from the enamel surface, followed by polishing and a fluoride treatment. If the level of the dental disease is only a Grade I (no root exposure, just tartar and gingivitis), we have a non-anesthetic dental service which comes to the clinic once a month to perform these cleanings. Pet Friendly Dental (www.petfriendlydental.com) are highly trained and skilled professionals which are capable of performing a thorough cleaning while the pet is cradled in their laps. Ask one of our staff members about this program on your next visit to our clinic. Our next appointment date for this procedure is set for Wednesday, July 7, 2010. Starting in August, we will have an on-going schedule set for the first Friday of each month. |
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Last modified: 07/22/10 |
Gum Disease is most Common Oral Disease in Dogs and Cats. All pets are at risk
for developing gum disease. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society,
more than 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats develop gum disease by age
three. Pets that are most at risk are those without a regular oral care program.
For most of us, caring for our teeth and gums has been part of our daily routine
for as long we can remember. We understand that without this daily attention and
without regular visits to the dentist, serious problems with our teeth and gums
eventually could result. The same is true for pets. Therefore, cats and dogs
need dental care, too. While gum disease is the most common infectious disease
in the world for dogs and cats, this disease can be controlled or even possibly
eliminated with proper treatment by veterinarians combined with home care by pet
owners. Pet owners can take a few simple steps to help their pets have healthier
mouths. A good starting point is to become aware of the condition of the pet's teeth.
Look for the warning signs of gum disease : bad breath, red swollen gums, a
yellow-brown crust of tartar around the gum line. Your Veterinarian can help you
start a dental care routine at home using a toothbrush and toothpaste designed
for pets. Human toothpaste can upset the pet's stomach. The Baker Veterinary
Clinic is urging all pet owners to make dental care an important part of their
pet's overall health and plan regular dental checkups at least once a year.
