Dental diseases are the most common pet health issue in America. Dog dental problems cause pain, less vitality, poorer health, and high veterinary bills. The same applies to cat dental problems, and the two best methods of reducing dental concerns are proper oral care at home and ensuring your pet receives a comprehensive dental exam during their annual wellness visit. If you live in the Houston, TX, area, consider visiting our team at Best Care Animal Hospital, where our animal clinic staff will happily provide all your pet's dental and other veterinary care.
Dental Problems and Symptoms
Our pets bring endless joy, reinforcing our responsibility to care for them. Our pets cannot voice their dental pain —they hide it— making an annual dental exam critical. You should also monitor for bad breath, discolored teeth, and difficulty chewing. Each symptom points to potential dental issues. In addition, the bacteria from periodontal disease can lead to complications in the heart, kidneys, and other organs.
Pet Dental Hygiene at Home
Whether we are discussing dog dental hygiene or cat dental hygiene, regular brushing is critical for preventing dental issues. Our pets do not develop cavities often, but they frequently experience periodontal diseases under the gums, which are largely preventable with daily brushing. Just be sure not to use human toothpaste since it may include ingredients dangerous to pets. Instead, use pet toothpaste that reduces tartar and plaque buildup.
Annual Dental Exam
Your pet needs a dental exam during their annual wellness visit, including:
-Detailed oral exam
-Teeth cleaning to remove plaque under their gums
Anesthetizing pets during dental exams provides the best results. Pets cannot remain still during X-rays or dog teeth cleaning procedures. Likewise, anesthesia allows the vet to thoroughly examine and perform a cat teeth cleaning without stressing the pet.
Annual dental exams sometimes reveal problems. Other times, pets experience acute dental issues like a broken tooth. In either case, your vet will recommend a treatment plan to address the problem and, as needed, suggest changes to your pet's routine to prevent future issues.
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If you live in or near Houston, TX, and are looking for a veterinarian near you, the Best Care Animal Hospital team offers complete pet dental hygiene services. Call us at (281) 251-0893 for dog teeth cleaning, cat teeth cleaning, pet dental hygiene, dog dental hygiene, cat dental hygiene, and vet care from a veterinarian near you at our animal clinic.