Pet Dental Care

Our Pet Dental Care services address painful and infected teeth, alleviating chronic pain, bad breath, and infections. Many pets eat despite dental discomfort. Schedule an appointment to learn how to maintain your pet’s dental health and when comprehensive oral assessments are necessary.

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DENTAL CARE IN BROOKLYN, NY

We believe in preventative care with all our services because prevention is easier and more cost-effective than treatment. The pet dental care services at Carroll Gardens Veterinary Group are designed to both prevent and treat oral problems, including broken teeth and gum disease. Our dental suites are equipped with modern tools and technology, allowing our veterinarians to perform high-quality dental care with patient safety and comfort at the forefront.

Signs of Gum Disease
Since gum disease is one of the most common diseases seen in pets, you must be familiar with its symptoms as a pet owner. There are several stages of gum disease in pets, and the more advanced the stage, the more symptoms there are. The following are some of the most common ones: Chronic bad breath, Swollen, red gums, Loose teeth, Trouble eating, Pawing at the mouth, Excessive drooling, Brownish-yellow tartar buildup along the gum line.
Dental Evaluation

A dental evaluation consists of an examination of your pet’s teeth and gums to confirm that a dog or cat teeth cleaning is necessary. Once it has been determined what your pet needs, a plan will be made for getting your pet’s teeth cleaned and we will schedule an appointment.

Dog and Cat Teeth Cleaning Procedure

Once your pet is under anesthesia, a more thorough examination can be performed, and the teeth will be cleaned and polished. Hand and ultrasonic scalers are used to remove tartar and plaque, which cause periodontal disease. It is essential to clean below the gum line since tartar growth is the primary cause of advanced periodontal disease. Polishing the teeth after the cleaning removes microscopic scratches and slows down future plaque accumulation.
Every tooth will be checked above and below the gum line for periodontal disease, and abnormalities will be recorded in your pet’s medical record. A periodontal probe is used to check for bleeding gums, accumulation of food in pockets, and tooth decay. During the procedure, additional issues such as cavities and advanced periodontal disease may be found, and there is a possibility that some teeth may need to be extracted. Our findings may also necessitate a follow-up visit.

At-Home Dog and Cat Teeth Cleaning

Bringing your pet in once a year for an exam and scheduling teeth cleanings as needed are important in keeping your pet’s mouth healthy, but at-home care is equally important. We recommend brushing your pet’s teeth with pet-safe toothpaste daily or at least a few times a week. It is essential to use pet-specific toothpaste, as human toothpaste and baking soda should never be used in pets as they contain ingredients that can cause internal issues if swallowed. Pet toothpaste not only tastes great to your pet but is also specifically designed to break down your pet’s plaque, reducing the time you spend brushing their teeth.

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